For West Ham’s draw with Burnley, Emerson Palmieri was not included in the starting lineup.
That comes after he sustained a soft tissue injury during last week’s Europa League last 16 first leg loss at Freiburg.
The timer for this Thursday’s crucial European match is running out.
Emerson is essential to current West Ham squad since David Moyes has no decent backup available who can compete with him.
Emerson is key to West Ham playing well
When it comes to connecting with Lucas Paqueta down the left side, he is especially important.
Emerson’s injury is not serious, according to a high source at West Ham who spoke with Hammers News yesterday.
However, his odds of playing Freiburg were estimated at 25%.
The senior contact also informed me that the following 48 hours were critical to his recuperation.
It appears that the left-back is doing everything possible.
The Hammer star’s pre- Freiburg social media post
The West Ham player Emerson updated his fans on social media about his sprint versus Freiburg.
In order to increase his chances of returning soon, he even keeps oxygen tanks at home.
With the caption “Recovery,” Emerson shared a selfie on his Instagram Stories that had him donning an oxygen mask and making the peace sign.
Wounds need oxygen to heal.
It has a complex role in several biological processes that are necessary for the restoration of tissue function and integrity, such as angiogenesis, protein synthesis, and cell proliferation.
Emerson leaving no stone unturned
What the top club insider told us regarding Emerson’s prospects of playing in West Ham’s crucial game is summarized below.
The source told Hammers News, “It’s the groin or thigh area and the next 48 hours are critical.”
It’s only little soft tissue damage, lasting around seven to fourteen days.
“His chances of being available (for Freiburg) are 25%.”
In the event that Emerson is unable to return in time, Moyes will have to choose between Ben Johnson and Aaron Cresswell to fill in.
With a difficult stretch of games against Aston Villa, Newcastle, Spurs, and Wolves coming up that could essentially determine whether West Ham finishes in a European slot in the Premier League table, the manager must also consider the possibility of making things worse for Emerson.
