KAORU MITOMA NEWS

Carefully managed in return Mitoma is carefully managed in his return from an ankle injury and will face limited minutes in order to build his competitive fitness back, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in a press c...

Impact Mitoma was planned to play half an hour in Saturday's clash against Liverpool, as his minutes are being limited after returning from a long term ankle injury. The winger will likely build his competitive fitness back in the upcoming fixtures to ensure he does not face any setbacks related to his injury. That said, once fully back fit, Mitoma will claim back an undisputed starter role in the frontline of the Seagulls.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Mitoma (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Mitoma has been training with the team for weeks and is a potential option to return to action from the bench Saturday against Liverpool. After spending two months on the sidelines, coach Fabian Hurzeler tempered expectations in the media, stressing that the winger will need time to regain full match fitness. His inclusion among the substitutes would allow for a gradual reintegration rather than an immediate full workload.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Mitoma (ankle) has trained well this week and should be available for Saturday's clash against Liverpool, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus...

Impact Mitoma has been training for weeks with the team and is again a potential option to come back for Saturday's clash against Liverpool. That said, after two months on the sidelines, coach Fabian Hurzeler said to the media not to hope a lot from the winger once back on the pitch since he will have to build his competitive fitness back.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Missing from call Mitoma (ankle) is out for Sunday's match against West Ham.

Impact Mitoma is not with the team after his setback, as the attacker is still on the outside looking in due to his ankle issue. This is rough for the attacker, as he last played over two months ago, hoping his return can come soon and ahead of Christmas.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Small setback, could be back Mitoma (ankle) suffered a small setback in training but is again a late call for Sunday's clash against West Ham United, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, accordi...

Impact Mitoma suffered a little setback in training ahead of the game against Aston Villa but could be back available for Sunday's clash against the Hammers. That said, Mitoma has often been a late call in recent weeks and will hope that this time will be the good one to finally make the match squad again after missing all the games since late September. The left winger will look to claim back his undisputed starting role in the frontline of the Seagulls once fully back fit.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Aston Villa Mitoma (ankle) trained with the team on Monday and will be a late call for Wednesday's clash against Aston Villa, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference. "He was in tra...

Impact Mitoma is very close from making his return from a long term ankle injury since he has been back in team training and will face a late fitness decision ahead of Wendesday's clash against Aston Villa. That said, after more than two months on the sidelines, the Japanese will likely be eased back in the mix before claiming back his starting role on the left wing for the Seagulls.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Aims return before Christmas Mitoma (ankle) aims a return before Christmas as he is getting close to make the match squad, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to Derren Howard from Su...

Impact Mitoma has been training with the team for several weeks and is nearing a return that should arrive before Christmas. The Japanese forward remains out for Sunday's clash against Forest but a return in one of the early games of December against Aston Villa, West Ham United or Liverpool is likely to happen. Until he is deemed fit enough to rejoin the match squad, Diego Gomez is expected to remain a starter in the frontline for the Seagulls.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't have clear timeline Mitoma (ankle) was spotted training on Saturday but doesn't have a clear timeline to return, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to Johnny Cantor.

Impact Mitoma is progressing well after being spotted training with the team, but his status remains uncertain because he still does not have a clear timeline to return. He could make the match squad in upcoming fixtures, and that will likely depend on his sensations after the final training sessions before games. Until then Diego Gomez is expected to hold a larger role for the Seagulls in the frontline.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Saturday Mitoma (ankle) was viewed in training Saturday, according to his club.

Impact Mitoma has been out for around a month with an ankle injury but is working towards his return this week, with the attacker appearing to take part in training. This should set him up to return when the club takes the field against Brentford on Nov. 22. He has yet to miss a start when available this season, scoring one goal and one assist in six appearances.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Palace Mitoma (ankle) is out for Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Mitoma is not yet an option and will have to wait another game for his return, missing out once again despite being a late call. This is a rough spell for the attacker as he misses a fifth straight game, hoping to now return after the break following his near miss Sunday.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Sunday Mitoma (ankle) is very close and judged to be a 50/50 for Sunday's clash against Crystal Palace, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus.

Impact Mitoma has resumed team training in recent weeks and appears to have fully recovered from the ankle injury that sidelined him since late September. The Japanese winger is considered a 50/50 for Sunday's clash and could play a decent role if he is ultimately deemed fit enough for the game.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back after break Mitoma (ankle) could be back after the international break, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference.

Impact Mitoma has resumed team training but isn't yet close to making his return to the match squad. The Japanese winger is expected to be back after the international break, likely aiming for a return against Brentford on Nov. 22. Until then, Diego Gomez is getting a larger role in the frontline for the Seagulls.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another absence Mitoma (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against Manchester United.

Impact Mitoma was one of several players who were deemed as a late call for this fixture but won't be suiting up, as Joel Veltman (calf) and Brajan Gruda (knee) are also unavailable. Mitoma suffered an injury while on international duty with Japan, and it remains to be seen if he'll be available to face Leeds United on Nov. 1.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Manchester United Mitoma (ankle) is close to return and is a late call for Saturday's clash against Manchester United, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference.

Impact Mitoma missed the last two games due to an ankle injury but is very close to making his return. The Japanese player 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. If Mitoma is deemed fit enough, he should return directly to his starting role since he started all six of his appearances for the Seagulls in the Premier League this season.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Mitoma (ankle) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Newcastle.

Impact Mitoma has not recovered in time from his ankle injury and is unavailable for Saturday's clash against the Magpies. He had returned to training during the week but isn't fit enough to feature in the squad. With Brajan Gruda (knee) also sidelined, Stefanos Tzimas could be in line for increased playing time in the Seagulls' frontline.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Training but still doubtful Mitoma (ankle) is training with the team but remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Newcastle, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus.

Impact Mitoma is dealing with an ankle injury and remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against the Magpies although he has been training with the team. With Brajan Gruda (knee) sidelined, if he had to miss the game, Stefanos Tzimas could be the one seeing increased playing time in the frontline for the Seagulls.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not called up with Japan Mitoma (ankle) wasn't called up by Japan during the international break.

Impact Mitoma missed the final match before the break with an ankle issue, and wasn't summoned by his nation. The winger is hoping to return after the break, but unless he gets back on the training ground it's hard to see a return immediately after. Brajan Gruda came into the starting XI with Mitoma out in the final match before the break.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday Mitoma (ankle) is out for Sunday's match against Wolves.

Impact Mitoma was a late call due to an ankle injury, which will force him to miss out Sunday, with the attacker instead left out. He will now use the international break to recover, giving him about two weeks with no match. This is a tough loss for the club, as he is a starter when fit, with Brajan Gruda as his replacement in the starting XI Sunday.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call due to ankle injury Mitoma is questionable for Sunday's match against Wolves due to an ankle injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Kaoru has an issue with his ankle, and he is being monitored...

Impact Mitoma will need to go through some testing ahead of Sunday's contest, with the attacker suffering from an ankle injury that will leave him as a late call. This is something to monitor for the club, as he has yet to miss a start in six games this season. The hope will be that he is good to go for Sunday, with Danny Welbeck and Brajan Gruda as possible replacements in the attack.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in loss to Cherries Mitoma scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (none accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Mitoma netted Brighton's only goal in Saturday's 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth, continuing his strong record against the Cherries with six goal involvements in as many league meetings. The winger now has a goal and two assists across his last six appearances, maintaining steady fantasy relevance despite Brighton's inconsistency.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Mitoma assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Manchester City.

Impact Mitoma was on the field for the full 90 Sunday and came up with a crucial through ball late in the contest, finding Brajan Gruda in the 89th minute for the game-winner. This was his first goal contribution of the season, coming after 263 minutes of play. That said, he is still in search of his first goal, taking four shots this season.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season finale Mitoma assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 win versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Mitoma set up Diego Gomez's late goal Sunday, a strike which capped a 4-1 win over Spurs. Mitoma finished the campaign with 14 goal contributions (10 goals and four assists), four of which came in the final five matches of the season. It was another solid season for Mitoma, especially after coming off a major injury that kept him out the latter half of last season. He is set to be a focal point of Brighton's attack once again next season.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as sub against Liverpool Mitoma scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 win versus Liverpool.

Impact Mitoma came from the bench against Liverpool and brought the game back level at 2-2. This was his 10th goal of the season and his third from his last four substitute appearances in only 88 minutes. In this short period, he attempted three shots and created one chance.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain against Liverpool Mitoma (heel) is uncertain for Monday's clash with Liverpool, per manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Kaoru had some minor issues, so hopefully he will be a possibility for us in the squad....

Impact Mitoma is in doubt for Monday's clash due to some minor issues, namely a heel issue that has caused him problems in recent weeks. The winger has just two chances to return before the end of the campaign. Mitoma hasn't started since early April due to the nagging heel issue.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE