Aberdeen keeper Dimitar Mitov makes early return from injury

Aberdeen's Dimitar Mitov returns ahead of schedule, lifting team morale.

In a surprising turn of events, Aberdeen goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov is poised to make an early return to action following a hamstring injury sustained during a match against Hearts on December 1. Initially, it was anticipated that the Bulgarian international would be sidelined for up to six weeks, which would have ruled him out until mid-January.

However, Mitov’s rapid recovery has provided a significant boost to the struggling Aberdeen squad.

Mitov’s swift recovery and training return

Mitov, 27, returned to training on Christmas Eve, just in time to potentially feature in the upcoming match against Kilmarnock on Boxing Day.

This unexpected comeback is particularly crucial for Aberdeen, who are currently enduring a six-game winless streak. The team’s manager, Thelin, expressed optimism about Mitov’s readiness, stating, “Dimi will train fully today and at least will be available for Kilmarnock.” His presence on the pitch could be a game-changer for a team in desperate need of a morale boost.

Transfer rumors and squad strengthening

As the winter transfer window approaches, Aberdeen is also reportedly interested in strengthening their squad further. The club has been linked with Kristers Tobers, a Latvian international center-back currently playing for Grasshoppers in the Swiss Super League. At just 24 years old, Tobers has already made 37 appearances for the Latvia national team and can play both as a defensive midfielder and a center-back. The Dons have submitted an offer for Tobers, indicating their intent to bolster their defensive options.

Challenges ahead for Aberdeen

Despite the positive news surrounding Mitov’s return, Aberdeen faces a challenging schedule with four matches lined up over the festive period. The team has struggled defensively, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last nine games. The upcoming matches will be crucial for the Dons as they aim to turn their fortunes around and climb the league table. With Mitov back in goal and potential new signings on the horizon, Aberdeen fans have reason to be hopeful as they head into this critical phase of the season.