Hull City Team News - Soccer

Rooney: Rashford can become Man Utd's record scorer, but only if he is motivated Marcus Rashford is back at Manchester United and could feature in their opening game of the Premier League season, at Hull City on Saturday.

1 DAY AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Joe Gelhardt - Set to miss first weeks Gelhardt is set to miss the first couple of weeks of the season with an ankle problem picked up in preseason, Baz Cooper of Hull Daily Mail reports.

Impact Gelhardt's permanent switch to Hull City from Leeds has been followed almost immediately by an ankle injury picked up in pre-season, one expected to keep him out for the first couple of weeks of the campaign. It is an unfortunate bit of timing given how well his Hull career has gone to this point, with 20 goals in 64 appearances across two loan spells, capped by the decisive goal in the play-off semifinal victory over Millwall that sent the club up. The forward will now need to recover from the issue and work through a gradual return to training before being considered for selection, with his availability dependent on how he responds to rehabilitation and increased workload.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joe Gelhardt - Not involved with knock Gelhardt has a knock and won't be involved in Saturday's final friendly against Nice, according to Baz Cooper of the Hull Daily Mail.

Impact Gelhardt recently completed his permanent move to Hull from Leeds, scoring 20 goals in 64 appearances across two loan spells at the club over the last 18 months, including the tie clinching goal in the playoff semifinal win over Millwall that sealed promotion. This minor setback comes so soon after his permanent switch, and his path back into contention will be worth monitoring as Hull ends its preseason preparations ahead of the club's return to the Premier League.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Liam Millar - Makes bench in final friendly Millar (leg) has been included in Hull's squad for Saturday's final friendly against Nice, the club posted.

Impact Millar was expected to avoid a significant injury after being forced off with a dead leg in the earlier friendly against Frankfurt, with manager Sergej Jakirovic saying afterward that he should be fine. His inclusion here puts him on track to be an option for the season opener against Manchester United, with Abu Kamara likely to remain among the substitutes if Millar is fully healthy.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Paddy McNair - Returns to bench for final friendly McNair (knee) returns to the bench for Saturday's final friendly against Nice, the club posted.

Impact McNair had been forced off with knee discomfort in the earlier friendly against Frankfurt, with coach Sergej Jakirovic saying at the time the club would know more after a medical check. His inclusion on the matchday squad here is an encouraging sign that the issue was not serious, positioning him to continue building toward full match fitness ahead of the Premier League opener.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jens Hjerto-Dahl - Returns in last friendly Hjerto-Dahl (groin) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's final friendly against Nice, the club posted.

Impact Hjerto-Dahl had finished his Hull debut with adductor pain against Eintracht Frankfurt, though manager Sergej Jakirovic said afterward he expected the midfielder to be fine following a medical check. His return to the starting XI confirms that assessment, positioning him to continue building match fitness as a depth option behind Regan Slater, Matt Crooks and Abdulkadir Omur.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

John Egan - Starts final friendly against Nice Egan (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's final friendly against Nice, the club posted.

Impact Egan had missed the previous friendly against Eintracht Frankfurt with an ankle issue, a precaution taken by manager Sergej Jakirovic after discomfort followed a kick sustained against Kasimpasa. His return to the starting XI confirms he has recovered in time, easing some of the defensive concerns for a Hull side already managing injuries to Charlie Hughes and possibly Paddy McNair ahead of the Premier League opener.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joe Gelhardt - Completes Hull City return Gelhardt has completed a permanent transfer to Hull City from Leeds United, signing a four year contract with a club option for a further year, according to the club.

Impact Gelhardt scored 20 goals in 64 appearances across two loan spells at Hull City over the last 18 months, including 15 last season, second on the team only to Oliver McBurnie, and scored the tie clinching goal in the playoff semifinal second leg win over Millwall that sealed promotion to the Premier League. The 24 year old forward, who came through Wigan Athletic's academy and made 35 Premier League appearances for Leeds United, now returns to Hull on a permanent basis as the club prepares for its return to the top flight.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Gourna-Douath - Joins Hull City Gourna-Douath signed a five year contract with Hull City through the summer of 2031, joining from Red Bull Salzburg, according to the club.

Impact Gourna-Douath made 95 appearances during four years at Salzburg, including 24 in European competition, and helped the club win the Austrian Bundesliga title in his debut season, before loan spells at Roma in 2024/25 and Le Havre last season, where he made 15 appearances. The 23 year old midfielder came through Saint-Etienne's academy, making 65 appearances there, and has represented France at five youth levels, captaining the country at four different age groups, and now begins the next chapter of his career in the Premier League.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Herrington - Transfers to Hull City Herrington transferred from Colorado Rapids to Hull City on Wednesday.

Impact Herrington starred for Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is now making the big jump, moving from the MLS to the Premier League. He should add depth at center-back for the Tigers, though his fantasy appeal shouldn't be very high as a center-back for a recently promoted side that's bound to struggle defensively.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Nobel Mendy - Signs long-term deal with Hull Mendy has joined Hull City from Rayo Vallecano on a five-year deal through 2031, with a club option for a further year, the club announced.

Impact Mendy made his move to Rayo permanent this past season after initially arriving on loan from Real Betis, and he made an immediate impact, scoring twice in 28 appearances while helping Rayo post one of La Liga's better defensive records, with only three sides conceding fewer goals. He also featured in back-to-back Conference League finals, first with Betis in 2025 and then with Rayo this past season. The left-footed centre back began his career with Paris FC before switching to Betis in 2023, and he's expected to slot straight into Hull's backline, with the timing helped by Charlie Hughes' groin injury opening up a starting opportunity. He earned his only Senegal cap in March 2026 and gives Hull an athletic, ball-playing option at the back as they prepare for the Premier League.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sweden international Stroud completes Hull transfer The additions keep on coming at Hull City, with the club announcing the arrival of Elliot Stroud from Allsvenskan side Mjallby on Sunday.

AUGUST 9 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Liam Millar - Expected to be fine Millar is expected to avoid a significant injury after being forced off in the weekend's friendly versus Frankfurt, with manager Sergej Jakirovic stating after the game that "Milla...

Impact Millar will aim to be an option for the 2026/27 season opener against Manchester United despite his injury scare in the offseason clash. Such situation would be a relief for a team that has suffered greatly from physical problems lately and could at least have its starting left winger ready to play in official action. On the other hand, Abu Kamara will likely stay among the substitutes if Millar is healthy.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Cody Drameh - Expected out with hamstring injury Drameh is likely to miss another couple of weeks, with coach Sergej Jakirovic revealing that he "has a problem with his hamstring, which he picked up in the first half against Kasi...

Impact Drameh has already dealt with various injuries since last year, and this new issue makes it difficult for him to appear in the initial pair of Premier League fixtures. The defender is reliable on one-on-one play and ball recovery at right-back and could be in contention for minutes when he's fit. Still, Lewie Coyle should be ahead of him in the rotation and potentially see extended action in the short term.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Enis Destan - Dealing with knee pain Destan didn't play in Saturday's practice matchup against Eintracht Frankfurt because of a potential knee injury, about which coach Sergej Jakirovic stated "With Destan, it was eit...

Impact Destan could add yet another blow to an injury-plagued Hull City squad, although the full extent of the issue remains unknown. Following his arrival from a loan spell at Belgian side KVC Westerlo, the forward is expected to serve as a depth asset behind Oliver McBurnie. However, the knee injury might leave Destan out of the first games of the season.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

John Egan - Misses preseason trip Egan missed the recent friendly match against Eintracht Frankfurt due to an ankle issue, Barry Cooper of the Hull Daily Mail reported Saturday.

Impact Egan has been a regular member of the team's back line during the offseason period, but he's now at risk of being ruled out for the Premier League opener if he continues to deal with discomfort. This news adds to a number of injury problems for the newly promoted side, who are already without Charlie Hughes (groin) and possibly Paddy McNair (knee) in defense, so Semi Ajayi could now become the safest center-back option at the start of the season. However, Egan's precise status remains unclear for the time being.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Butland - Could miss 12 weeks with injury Butland has sustained a problem in his arm and is expected to require surgery while facing a long absence, potentially heading to the sidelines for the next 12 weeks or even until...

Impact Butland had arrived in the summer transfer window as Hull's projected starter in goal, so this issue is a major concern for the club heading into the 2026/27 season. While his timeline hasn't been confirmed, he already missed a friendly game against Eintracht Frankfurt, with Konstantinos Tzolakis getting the nod on that occasion. Assuming the injured player is not available for the initial stages of the EPL campaign, Tzolakis might see a few opportunities in his place, although there's still time for the club to look for another signing

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Elliot Stroud - Signs with Hull City Stroud signed a four year contract with Hull City after departing Mjallby, the club announced.

Impact Stroud featured in all four of Sweden's matches at this summer's World Cup and made 109 appearances during a productive three and a half year spell at Mjallby, scoring 27 goals and adding 14 assists, including a pivotal role in the club's historic Allsvenskan title and Svenska Cupen triumph last season. Capable of playing full back or wide midfield, he brings a rare goal threat from the left flank as well as versatility across multiple positions. Stroud is expected to compete for a starting role at left back or as a wing back, bringing attacking upside to Hull's setup.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Hjerto-Dahl - Ends with discomfort Saturday Hjerto-Dahl finished with pain in his adductor during his first Hull City appearance in Saturday's preseason friendly against Eintracht Frankfurt, with manager Sergej Jakirovic sta...

Impact Hjerto-Dahl is likely dealing with a minor issue, but the timing is mildly concerning given that Hull's Premier League season opener is just a couple of weeks away. Adductor discomfort picked up in a first appearance can simply be a matter of the body adjusting to match intensity after a period without competitive minutes. In any case, the post-match assessment will determine whether he is available for the start of the season. Even if fit, he might eventually offer a depth option behind players like Regan Slater, Matt Crooks and Abdulkadir Omur.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Paddy McNair - Limps off in friendly McNair (undisclosed) was forced off injured in the first half of Saturday's friendly against Frankfurt after limping off, according to Baz Cooper of the Hull Daily Mail.

Impact McNair signed with Hull City this summer after completing his move from San Diego, where he made 25 appearances, including 21 starts, and recorded one assist across all competitions during the club's inaugural season. His early exit in this match is a concerning start to his time with Hull, and further clarity on the severity of the issue should emerge as the club continues its preseason preparations ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Liam Millar - Forced off injured Millar (undisclosed) was forced off injured in the first half of Saturday's friendly against Frankfurt, according to Baz Cooper of the Hull Daily Mail.

Impact Millar was seen holding his knee and receiving treatment before limping off, an early scare that comes not long after a solid World Cup run in which he registered four chances created, 10 crosses and four tackles won across his three appearances on the left flank. Further clarity on the severity of the issue should emerge in the coming days as Hull continues its preseason preparations ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Lewie Coyle - In starting XI in return Coyle (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Frankfurt, according to the club.

Impact Coyle had been substituted at halftime of the earlier win over Rizespor with an ankle problem, one assistant coach Dean Holden had already described as precautionary rather than serious. His return to the starting XI confirms that read, positioning him to continue building match fitness at right back as Hull's preseason tour continues.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Hjerto-Dahl - Signs with Hull City Hjerto-Dahl signed a five year contract with Hull City through the summer of 2031 after departing Tromso, the club announced.

Impact Hjerto-Dahl made 105 appearances for his hometown club after joining at age six, scoring 19 goals and adding 11 assists, with 89 of those appearances coming in the Eliteserien, where he helped Tromso finish third in both 2023 and 2025. He was the league's joint-second highest scorer this season with seven goals in 14 games before leaving midway through the campaign, and has also gained European experience across Europa League and Conference League qualifying matches. The step up to English football represents a considerably tougher challenge, but the 20-year-old midfielder, who has represented Norway at multiple youth levels including the U21s, hopes to earn playing time as the season progresses.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Konstantinos Tzolakis - Signs with Hull City Tzolakis signed a five year contract with Hull City through the summer of 2031 after departing Olympiacos, the club announced.

Impact Tzolakis kept 64 clean sheets across 131 appearances for Olympiacos after making his senior debut in March 2020, winning four Greek Super League titles along with a Greek Cup, a Greek Super Cup and the 2023-24 UEFA Conference League. He was named Greek Super League Player and Goalkeeper of the Season in 2024-25 and played every minute of last season's league campaign, recording 23 shutouts across 43 appearances in all competitions. The 23-year-old has also earned nine caps for Greece. Tzolakis is expected to compete with Jack Butland for the starting goalkeeper role, with preseason friendlies likely to help determine who emerges as the club's number one.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Zambrano - Out for month and start of season Zambrano (quadriceps) is out for the next month and is set to miss the start of the season, according to Mike White of Humberside Sport.

Impact Zambrano has been dealing with a quadriceps injury and is now heading for the sidelines for further time, as he is set to miss a month and the start of the season. This will leave the club with a bit less depth as they enter the season, not ideal for a newly promoted team already dealing with injuries all around the club. He will eye a return in September, hoping not to face a further absence.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

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