Club Brugge Squad Shocker! Key Players Missing for AA Gent Clash!

Club Brugge faces a crucial 'Slag om Vlaanderen' (Battle of Flanders) clash against AA Gent this Sunday, but the squad selection has raised eyebrows. Following their Champions League success, the team is dealing with several key absences.

Key Absences Plague Club Brugge

Romeo Vermant remains sidelined due to injury. Adding to the concerns, Joel Ordonez is once again missing from the squad, despite the apparent collapse of his transfer to Marseille. The central defence is particularly thin, with Zaid Romero also absent. Romero's future at the club appears uncertain, with potential interest from Santos after just one year.

Midfield Woes

Hugo Vetlesen and Ludovit Reis are also unavailable in midfield. While the reason for Reis's absence remains unclear (he was benched against Rangers on Wednesday), Vetlesen's role within the team seems to be diminishing. The arrival of Aleksandar Stankovic suggests that a departure for the Norwegian, who was acquired for nearly eight million, is becoming increasingly likely.

Raphael Onyedika and Gustaf Nilsson are both available for selection. Michal Skoras also remains in the squad, seemingly staying put in Brugge for the time being despite transfer rumours.

Implications for the Game

These absences present a significant challenge for Club Brugge as they prepare to face a strong AA Gent side. The team will need to find creative solutions to compensate for the missing players and secure a positive result in this important league fixture.

Fans will be eagerly watching to see how the coach adapts the tactics and which players step up to fill the void left by the absent stars.