Coventry City are currently assessing the fitness of midfielder Jack Rudoni, who missed the squad during their recent Championship clash against Norwich City. The Sky Blues suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat at Carrow Road on Monday night, despite taking an early lead through Romain Esse's goal. Read more about Maghoma Set for Medical as Norwich Target Midfield Boost.
Rudoni, who has made 22 appearances for Coventry this season, contributing two goals and four assists, is dealing with a minor quad injury. Manager Frank Lampard provided an update, stating, “He’s got a small injury, a small quad injury which we felt was a risk to play tonight. It’s not too significant and he’ll hopefully be okay for the weekend,” as reported by CoventryLive. The 24-year-old's absence was felt as Coventry struggled to maintain their early momentum after taking the lead. Read more about Canaries Face Sky Blues in Injury-Hit Championship Clash.
Despite the setback against Norwich, Coventry remain in a strong position at the top of the Championship table, holding a three-point advantage over Middlesbrough in second place and an eight-point lead over Ipswich Town in third. The team is eager to respond positively as they prepare for an away fixture against QPR this weekend. However, the club has made it clear that Rudoni will only be included in the matchday squad if he is fully fit to play. Read more about Canaries Target Unbeaten Streak Against Sky Blues.
The defeat against Norwich has raised concerns about Coventry’s promotion prospects, particularly with teams like Middlesbrough and Hull City closely trailing them. Prior to the match, Coventry had enjoyed a successful run, securing back-to-back victories against Leicester City and Millwall. As the January transfer window approaches its deadline, speculation is rife regarding potential squad reinforcements, with the club possibly looking to introduce new players or offload others to create space and resources.
As Coventry evaluates their squad dynamics, Rudoni’s potential return could be pivotal for their promotion aspirations. Since joining the club in 2024, he has made a significant impact, scoring ten goals in his first season, although his form has dipped this year. Nonetheless, he remains an integral part of Coventry’s strategy.
With mounting pressure and high stakes, Coventry City are determined to regroup and regain their winning form against QPR, aiming to sustain their promotion ambitions and maintain their leadership position in the Championship.