Belkebla still too early as Angers eye his comeback

Haris Belkebla, Angers’ captain, will not make the trip to Le Havre. L'Équipe reports that the midfielder is edging back after surgery on a thigh injury at the end of July, and that he managed his first full-team training this week.

Belkebla, not yet

Even so, his return is still not guaranteed for this Saturday at 20:45. As Stéphane Gilli said, the player is “still a little bit short” for the trip, adding that he is “on the right track” and that “within the next few days” he should be able to claim a place in the group.

Mouton’s return

The news is brighter for Louis Mouton. L'Équipe indicates he should be back for the match after being sidelined with a hand injury since May.

Another suspension to manage

On top of that, Angers will also deal with an extra absence: Mamadou Diallo (16) has been suspended after being sent off with the U19s over the weekend, despite having just extended his contract until 2029, according to the same source.