West Ham vs AFC Bournemouth: Early Injury News Reveals Seven Players Ruled Out
By Jamie Kemble, Football Reporter
Published 19th February 2026, 07:00 GMT
West Ham United are gearing up for a pivotal Premier League encounter against AFC Bournemouth, with both sides dealing with substantial injury concerns ahead of the match. The Hammers, currently three points adrift from safety, aim to build on recent momentum in their fight for survival. Meanwhile, Bournemouth, positioned ninth and just three points away from a European qualification spot, have their own ambitions to pursue. This clash is set to be a critical test for both teams, but they will be without key personnel due to injuries and suspensions.
Injury Updates for AFC Bournemouth
Justin Kluivert is confirmed out until April after undergoing surgery. Manager Andoni Iraola expressed disappointment last month, stating, "He will have surgery Thursday, and depending on what they decide to do, that will determine the return-to-play timeline. It will be months—more or less, depending on the surgical approach. Definitely very bad news."
Ben Doak will remain sidelined until March following a hamstring injury that required surgery in November.
Marcus Tavernier is unlikely to feature against West Ham, as Iraola noted, "Tav is still not there. He's been training on his own, and he's the next one after Tyler. Maybe the West Ham game is too early, but he's close."
Julio Soler is also out after sustaining an injury in late January. Iraola explained, "He's injured after the Newcastle game. That was his first start in a while. He got injured in the next proper training, and he will be out for some time."
Injury and Suspension Updates for West Ham United
Freddie Potts is ruled out due to suspension after receiving a red card in the match against Burton Albion.
Pablo Felipe is sidelined with a calf strain, with indications suggesting he will not return until April.
Lukasz Fabianski is out with a lower back injury, and there is currently no update on his expected return date.
These absences could significantly impact team strategies and performance, adding an extra layer of challenge to this high-stakes fixture. Fans and analysts will be closely watching how both managers adapt their lineups to cope with these setbacks.
