Jimmy Bullard continues to do very well and has recently completed a full 90 minute Reserve Team match without any setbacks. Jimmy will be available for First Team selection pending a return to full match fitness.
Brian McBride is doing very well following the injury to his left knee. He has returned to contact training and, although his progress has been slightly slower over the past few weeks, we hope to have him fit for selection within the next month.
We are pleased to report that Lee Cook has made good progress following surgery to his left knee earlier in the season. He has recently completed games for the Reserve Team and came through those without problem. Lee is back in full training but will need to gain match fitness over the coming weeks.
Ian Pearce is recovering from surgery to his right calf. He has made a good recovery and at the present time we hope he will return to training within the next 1-2 weeks.
Philippe Christanval has returned to full training after a lengthy absence due to problems with his knees and foot. Obviously he will have to increase his fitness levels through full training prior to becoming available for First Team selection.
Kasey Keller, who sustained an arm injury back in October which underwent surgical repair, has made excellent progress. Kasey is back in controlled training with the goalkeeping coach and is nearing the end of his rehab programme. All going well, we hope he will return to full training next week.
Simon Elliott is nearing the end stage of his rehab programme for his bilateral Achilles tendon problems. He is currently doing a combination of cross training and strength training. Barring any setbacks, he will return to football training at some stage over the coming month before joining First Team training in 4-6 weeks’ time.
Steve Lewis
Fulham FC Sports Physician
