A recent update from Mark Robins has shed light on the extended timeline for the return of Coventry City’s influential midfielder, Ben Sheaf. The newly appointed club captain has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury during a pre-season friendly clash against Stevenage. It has now been revealed that the 26-year-old is recuperating from ligament damage, a setback that Robins described as a “fairly bad” injury following the team’s recent defeat to Stoke.
The absence of Sheaf’s presence in midfield was keenly felt during the match, prompting Robins to express his optimism for a prompt recovery. However, it was later revealed that Sheaf has yet to resume training on the grass and will require additional rehabilitation on the alter-G treadmill before being able to return to full fitness. The midfielder’s absence throughout the warm-up matches has also caused a gap in match practice, necessitating an incremental buildup to regain match fitness and form upon returning to the field.
Robins acknowledged Sheaf’s significant contributions to the team and expressed his hope for an expedited return, highlighting the midfielder’s importance to Coventry City’s lineup. While the road to recovery may be longer than initially anticipated, the team remains optimistic about Sheaf’s rehabilitation progress and eagerly anticipates his return to the squad.
