In recent training sessions, Cong Phuong has reappeared on the field with his teammates in a positive spirit. However, coach Nguyen Viet Thang said that the player born in 1995 was still not physically fit enough to compete and was not registered in round 6.
Since the beginning of the season, Cong Phuong has been absent from Dong Nai's 7 consecutive matches in the First Division and National Cup, significantly affecting the team's attack strength.
According to the plan, Cong Phuong will go to Singapore for a follow-up examination and assessment of the level of recovery from the injury. Although their physical condition has stabilized, the professional team of Dong Nai fresh School does not want to take risks when they have ligament-related injuries that need to be closely monitored. The striker who has grown up from Hoang Anh Gia Lai's training center may need more time to repair his injuries before returning to play.
Before the information that Cong Phuong was not in the coaching staff's plan, coach Nguyen Viet Thang affirmed that this was an unfounded rumor.
"Cong Phuong is an important player of the team. When he's not fully recovered, we can't rush. Not using Cong Phuong is to reduce my own strength, coach Viet Thang shared.
Cong Phuong's visit to Singapore for injury check-ups is considered an important step for his early return, helping Truong Tuoi Dong Nai strengthen its force in the next phase of the season.
