Latest Oxford United Team and Injury News for Visit of Birmingham

Oxford United could welcome back a couple of players this weekend when the U’s welcome Birmingham.

The Blues do have some big names missing for the trip to Grenoble Road.

Hidde ter Avest – Hamstring

Full-back Hidde ter Avest remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. He is expected to be back next month.

Nik Prelec – Groin

Attacker Nik Prelec is still out with a groin injury. He has recently completed surgery and has begun the road to recovery.

Tyler Goodrham – Ankle

Academy graduate Tyler Goodrham has been ruled out for the rest of the season following surgery on his ankle.

Jamie Donley – Shoulder

January signing Jamie Donley remains sidelined with a shoulder injury he picked up on his debut against MK Dons.

Przemyslaw Placheta – Calf

Winger Przemyslaw Placheta has returned to training after picking up a calf injury at the start of the year.

Michal Helik – Knock

Vice-captain Michal Helik was replaced at halftime during the draw against QPR. He missed the game at Leicester but could be back for this fixture.

Alex Cochrane – Ankle

Left-back Alex Cochrane’s ankle injury has turned out to be worse than initially feared, and he could spend a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Demarai Gray – Calf

Premier League winner Demarai Gray has been out since Boxing Day with a calf injury. The 29-year-old could make a return next month.

Ethan Laird – Hamstring

Also aiming for a February return is right-back, Ethan Laird. The 24-year-old picked up a hamstring injury back in September.

Jack Robinson – Hamstring

And it’s the same story for defender, Jack Robinson. The 32-year-old has missed the last three games but should be back next month.

Lee Buchanan – Knee

Long-term absentee Lee Buchanan remains out with a knee injury he sustained in December 2024.

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