Joel Veltman
33-Year-Old
Brighton & Hove Albion
Premier
GTD
Injury Calf
Est. Return 10/25/2025
Could return Saturday
Veltman (calf) is close to return and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Manchester United, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference. "They're all close to the team, so maybe one or two of them might be available for tomorrow. They don't have big issues, they don't have anything serious. I can't say that they all will be available, I can't say that they won't be available. We have to see how it goes today and then we have to make a decision."
ANALYSIS
Veltman missed the last two games due to a calf injury but is very close to making his return. The defender will likely be assessed after the final training session to determine if he can be part of the match squad to face Manchester United on Saturday. Veltman started at right-back in the four games prior to his injury and could reclaim his starting role if deemed fit enough to feature for the Seagulls.
Veltman missed the last two games due to a calf injury but is very close to making his return. The defender will likely be assessed after the final training session to determine if he can be part of the match squad to face Manchester United on Saturday. Veltman started at right-back in the four games prior to his injury and could reclaim his starting role if deemed fit enough to feature for the Seagulls.
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Ruled out against Newcastle
Veltman (calf) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Newcastle.
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Remains questionable
Veltman (calf) remains questionable for Saturday's clash against Newcastle, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in a press conference. "He is in training, but there's still a question mark over him. Therefore, we have to wait to see how they're doing, and then we can make a decision."
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Out with calf injury
Veltman is out for Sunday's match against Wolves due to a calf injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Joel has a small calf issue, and he won't be available."
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Starting again
Veltman got the start and played 65 minutes during Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Barsnley.
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Hampered by injuries
Veltman made 21 appearances (19 starts) in the Premier League.
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Ajax ready to make move?
Ajax want to sign Veltman as a free agent in the summer, according to The Mirror.
ANALYSIS
There hasn't been a lot of progress regarding a contract extension for Veltman, and he's likely to leave Brighton once his current contract expires. Ajax are keeping close tabs on the situation and are ready to make a move for the 33-year-old in the coming months.
There hasn't been a lot of progress regarding a contract extension for Veltman, and he's likely to leave Brighton once his current contract expires. Ajax are keeping close tabs on the situation and are ready to make a move for the 33-year-old in the coming months.