Lee Bell expects big season from Crewe's Joel Tabiner after return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Crewe Alexandra manager Lee Bell anticipates a strong impact from midfielder Joel Tabiner as he returns from a long-term knee injury. The 22-year-old missed the entirety of the last season but appeared in the team's final pre-season match, a 0-0 draw against Chester City. Bell praised Tabiner's quality and versatility, highlighting his potential contributions across multiple positions. Crewe will start their new season on Saturday in the Carabao Cup against Accrington Stanley.
- •Joel Tabiner returns after missing last season due to injury
- •Bell described Tabiner as a 'big player' for the upcoming season
- •Tabiner featured in a 0-0 draw against Chester City in a pre-season match
- •Crewe begins their Carabao Cup campaign against Accrington Stanley on Saturday
- •The midfielder has made 112 appearances and scored five goals for Crewe
- 1:13 PMYahoo Sports — Bell predicts big season for returning Tabiner
"Crewe boss Lee Bell believes Joel Tabiner is going to be a "big player" next season as the midfielder returns from a long-term injury.
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