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Possibly out for season Mitoma (back) may be done for the season, as manager Roberto De Zerbi announced, "It's the back injury which kept him out against Everton. It's an important problem. I think two or...

Impact Mitoma may have seen his last minutes of the season in the Feb. 18 match against Sheffield United, as he is set to be out for two to three months and possibly the rest of the season. This will be a tremendous loss for the club despite the player's slight drop-off in production from last season, as he serves as one of their best playmakers, notching three goals on 40 shots and five assists on 37 chances created in 25 appearances this campaign. His absence will force some change within the starting XI, so while he is out, expect his most likely replacement to be Simon Adingra, who has already served in his spot when Mitoma missed the team's last match.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Mitoma (back) is not in the squad to face Everton on Saturday.

Impact Mitoma was listed as questionable in the buildup to the match and his absence has now been confirmed. The attacker had started back-to-back matches prior to the injury with Evan Ferguson partnering Danny Welbeck up top in a formation change for Brighton on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Might not play Saturday Mitoma could miss Saturday's game against Everton with a back injury and is expected to be a game-time call for this match, manager Roberto De Zerbi told media during his pre-match...

Impact Mitoma has missed several matches this season due to both injuries and international commitments, but he was coming off back-to-back starts against Tottenham and Sheffield United, a span in which he racked up three shots, two chances and nine crosses. Mitoma has been a regular starter for Brighton when fit and available, but it's unclear whether De Zerbi is keen on risking him, so it sounds like this will be a true game-time decision for the coaching staff. If he can't go, then Ansu Fati could be handed a spot start.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mason Holgate sent off for dangerous tackle on Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma | Premier League

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Barcelona making moves! Catalan giants shortlist Gabriel Martinelli, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia & Kaoru Mitoma for summer window as part of post-Xavi era | Goal.com US Barcelona are plotting summer bids for the likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Kaoru Mitoma as they prepare for next seas...

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Ready to return Mitoma (ankle) is fully fit and available for Saturday's trip to Tottenham, according to assistant manager Andrea Maldera. "Kaoru is available, sure. But Roberto hasn't decided [if...

Impact Mitoma returned from the Asian Cup earlier in the week and has been back in training. The winger is an important piece of the attack when fit, though there will be some uncertainty around starting him immediately due to the variety of injuries he's been struggling with. Mitoma came off the bench in the final two matches of the Asian Cup knockout stage, but wasn't overly tested with minutes in the starting XI, meaning he should at least be rested.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team Mitoma (Asian Cup) is back with the team Wednesday, having returned after serving with South Korea during the Asian Cup.

Impact Mitoma was viewed back on the training pitch with his teammates, back with the squad after five matches away between an ankle injury and his international duty requirements. The attacker had originally dealt with an ankle issue before departing for Japan, but that concern seems to be behind him, as he played as a substitute in both of Japan's final two matches of the Asain Cup. With that being said, he will most likely return to the starting XI this Saturday to face Tottenham, as he has started in all but four matches he has been available for this campaign.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal, Liverpool and Brighton boosted by Tomiyasu, Endo and Mitoma returns Arsenal, Liverpool, and Brighton and Hove Albion are all set to be boosted by the returns of Takehiro Tomiyasu, Wataru Endo, and Kaoru Mitom...

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Comes off bench for Japan Mitoma (ankle) came off the bench during Japan's 3-1 win over Bahrain.

Impact Mitoma is back with the national team after missing the entire group stage for Japan with an ankle injury. He will likely remain a bench option for the team as the team is set to face off against Iran for the quarterfinals of the AFC Cup on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma injury update: Is Brighton star playing for Japan at Asian Cup and when will he return? | Sporting News Brighton & Hove Albion and Japan were dealt a major blow with the news that Kaoru Mitoma had suffered an ankle injury. Here's when the Premi...

JANUARY 1, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Japan forward Kaoru Mitoma is a major doubt for next month's Asian Cup due to ankle injury

Japan forward Kaoru Mitoma is a major doubt for next month’s Asian Cup after sustaining an ankle injury with his English Premier League club Brighton

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • Associated Press

Mitoma out for 'six weeks', doubt for Asian Cup Brighton & Hove Albion winger Kaoru Mitoma is expected to be sidelined for up to six weeks and miss the Asian Cup due to an ankle injury. Mi...

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Will be out for four weeks Mitoma (ankle) is set to miss the next four weeks of action after going down with an injury in their last match against Crystal Palace, according to the club.

Impact Mitoma will be facing four weeks on the sidelines after leaving the last match on crutches, now being unavailable for at least the club's next three contests. This is a huge loss for Brighton, with the winger being one of their most fruitful players in the attack for the Seagulls, having three goals and five assists on the season. He will hope for a return on Jan. 30 against Luton Town, but until then, expect Facundo Buonanotte to get the start on the left flank of the attack.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves match in crutches Mitoma left Thursday's match against Crystal Palace on crutches with an ankle injury. According to manager Roberto De Zerbi per the Athletic, "I hope it won't be a big injury, for...

Impact It does not seem likely that Mitoma will be ready for Thursday's match against the Spurs after leaving Thursday's match on crutches. The winger is set for further scans to find out the severity of his knee injury, with Jakub Moder possibly set for more minutes on the pitch. Mitoma has totaled five starts in the last seven appearances, totaling an assist with 11 chances created and 11 crosses (one accurate) in that span.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mitoma leaves Selhurst Park in crutches Kaoru Mitoma left Selhurst Park in crutches after suffering an ankle injury in Brighton’s 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. The Japan internationa...

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Comes off injured Mitoma picked up an injury and was forced off during Thursday's one-all draw with Crystal Palace.

Impact Mitoma came off in the final minutes and was seen hopping to the bench where he received treatment. The winger has been going through a rough vein of form and is now struggling with injury, potentially opening the door for more minutes for Jakub Moder, who is just coming back from a serious knee injury.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet performance versus Arsenal Mitoma had zero shots, created one chance, sent in one inaccurate cross and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 2-0 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Mitoma was completely held in check by opposing defense, creating close to nothing on the attacking end and even failing to attempt a shot in an EPL game for the first time this season. Despite not scoring since September, the winger still has a lot of credit and his next opportunity to bounce back should come during Thursday's visit to Crystal Palace.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots off bench in draw Mitoma had five shots (one on target), created one chance and sent in three inaccurate crosses during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Burnley.

Impact Mitoma was brought as part of a double halftime substitution and brought immediate firepower to Brighton's attack by both creating for teammates and finishing plays from the left flank. The benching was more for keeping the winger fresh for midweek's Europa League clash than anything, so count on him to be back in the lineup for Dec. 17 visit to Arsenal.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win over Brentford Mitoma made an assist, had one off-target shot, created three chances and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Brentford.

Impact Mitoma had his best performance in a while here, assisting Pascal Gross for his side's first goal in the 31st minute and creating many other dangerous plays from the left flank. This was the first assist in two months for the winger, who had slowed down a little bit after a strong start of campaign. Up next for him is Saturday's clash against Burnley.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns against AEK Mitoma got the start and went 69 minutes during Thursday's 1-0 win over AEK.

Impact Mitoma certainly didn't play at his best during Thursday's win, but more importantly than anything else he was fit and back on the pitch. With a laundry list of injuries and the busiest part of the schedule on deck Mitoma will be required to handle some big minutes in December.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training Wednesday Mitoma (undisclosed) took part in training Wednesday, Brian Owen reports.

Impact Mitoma was back in training Wednesday and traveled to Athens. The winger is a crucial part of the starting XI, though it would be surprising to see him rushed back in Europa League action. More likely than not Mitoma could be a bench option for Thursday's trip to Athens and a starting option against Chelsea on Dec. 3.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Mitoma (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's trip to Nottingham Forest, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi."Mitoma and Milner can't play, they are not available. We will have to s...

Impact Mitoma won't be back Saturday, and there was no specific timeline given for his recovery. The winger was spotted in training earlier in he week so the hope will be that Mitoma can return sooner rather than later. With matches coming non-stop in December, Brighton are in a tough spot, they need Mitoma back, but can't afford to risk re-injuring him. Facundo Buonanotte is in line for more minutes with Mitoma out.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Mitoma (undisclosed) was spotted in an early training video Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Nottingham Forest.

Impact It's either a cryptic video from Brighton or Mitoma was really on his way to training Thursday. Despite some earlier reports in the week, there's still a chance Mitoma is fine and will be in the starting XI Saturday. It's still unknown the exact injury for Mitoma and Roberto De Zerbi will hopefully have more information at his press conference.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Saturday Mitoma (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Nottingham Forest due to an undisclosed injury, Andy Naylor of The Athletic reports.

Impact Mitoma was withdrawn from international duty due to the injury and is now a doubt for his return with his club team. The midfielder will hope to make his return potentially as soon as a Thursday clash with Athens. In the meantime Facundo Buonanotte could be in line for an increased role.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leave Japan camp with injury Mitoma was forced to withdraw from the Japan national team with an injury. "As it was a World Cup qualifier, I joined the team believing that I could help the team, but unfortunate...

Impact Mitoma is set to return to Brighton to recover from an undisclosed injury picked up in training with Japan. The severity of his injury will also be determined during the international break. He has started seven of the eight matches played this season, recording an assist with 13 shots (six on target), 13 crosses (two on target) and nine chances created in that span.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Japan forward Kaoru Mitoma is a major doubt for next month's Asian Cup due to ankle injury