Exciting news for all Plymouth Argyle fans out there as winger Xavier Amaechi is poised to make a comeback much sooner than anticipated. After joining the Pilgrims this summer, the 24-year-old showed promising signs but was sidelined in early September due to a hamstring tear. Initially, there were concerns that Amaechi wouldn't be able to return to play until the new year. However, recent updates have brought a wave of relief and excitement.
Head coach Tom Cleverley shared some optimistic words about Amaechi’s progress. "Xav's doing fantastic," Cleverley remarked proudly. The dedication of Amaechi in his recovery process has indeed been notable. According to the coach, Amaechi has been involved actively on the pitch daily, pushing his limits to approximately 75% of his speed. His commitment suggests that he could rejoin the team activities in the next few weeks.
"He’ll need a couple of weeks more training, but I’d say within four weeks we should see Xav back in a shirt," Cleverley added. This accelerated recovery timeline suggests that Argyle could soon see one of their key summer signings making significant contributions on the pitch.
On another note, Argyle have been grappling with other injury concerns. Defender Julio Pleguezuelo is also on the mend from a knee injury and expected to be match-ready in about four weeks, having not yet made an appearance this season. However, Jack McKenzie and Caleb Watts face longer spells out due to their injuries, leaving the team slightly stretched in terms of depth.
With the potential return of both Amaechi and Pleguezuelo, Plymouth Argyle’s squad should gain strength as they continue their challenge in the Championship. The great resurgence of previously injured players could be just what is needed to bolster the Pilgrims' campaign, ensuring our beloved team is slamming in goals, clinching points, and steadily marching towards Championship glory.
Now, here’s a jest to brighten your day: How many Exeter City fans does it take to change a light bulb? None, they’re still stuck in the dark about how to catch up to the mighty Pilgrims!
