Fulham’s head coach Marco Silva confirmed on Friday that winger Alex Iwobi will miss the club’s upcoming Premier League fixture against Bournemouth at Craven Cottage. The Nigeria international has been sidelined by a hamstring injury, which also ruled him out of Fulham’s previous two league matches.
Silva addressed the injury list during a pre‑match press conference, stating that both Ryan Sessegnon and Alex Iwobi remain out with hamstring problems while the rest of the squad is fit for selection. “Ryan Sessegnon and Alex Iwobi, both with hamstring injuries, remain sidelined. Everyone else is available,” Silva said.
Iwobi, 30, has contributed four goals and three assists in 27 Premier League appearances this season. His involvement has been valuable for a Fulham side fighting to secure a place in European competition. The forward’s injury comes at a crucial stage of the campaign, with the team currently positioned in the top half of the table and looking to maintain momentum under Silva’s guidance.
The winger’s absence will force Fulham to adjust their attacking options against Bournemouth, who are also chasing points to improve their own standing. Silva’s side will likely rely more heavily on the likes of João Pedro, Aleksandar Mitrovic and the returning Sessegnon to sustain their offensive threat.
Medical staff have indicated that Iwobi’s recovery timeline remains uncertain, but the club expects the player to return before the season concludes. The forward’s hamstring issue appears to be a recurrence, echoing the injury setbacks he experienced earlier in the campaign.
Fulham’s next fixtures include a home clash with Bournemouth on Saturday, followed by a series of matches that will determine their final league position. The club’s ability to cope with the temporary loss of Iwobi will be a test of squad depth and tactical flexibility.
Silva’s confirmation of Iwobi’s unavailability underscores the challenges Fulham faces as they aim to secure a European ticket while managing a thin injury list. The upcoming game will provide an early indication of how effectively the team can adapt without the Nigeria international, while supporters will be hoping for a swift and full recovery for Iwobi ahead of the crucial run‑in to the season’s end.
