Matt Clarke sidelined for three months due to calf injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Derby County defender Matt Clarke will miss three months after suffering a calf injury, according to manager John Eustace. Clarke did not participate in the Rams' opening Championship game against Charlton Athletic. Additionally, left-back Derry Murkin is predicted to be out for four months with a hamstring issue. Eustace emphasized the importance of supporting Clarke mentally during his recovery. Forward Sam Szmodics is uncertain for the first home game against Cardiff due to a thigh injury suffered during training.
- •Matt Clarke ruled out for three months due to calf injury.
- •Derry Murkin expected to miss four months with a hamstring issue.
- •Sam Szmodics questionable for upcoming match against Cardiff.
- •Eustace discusses mental health support for injuries.
- •Clarke did not play in the season opener against Charlton.
- 2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Derby's Clarke set to miss three months
"Injury to Derby County defender Matt Clarke a "huge blow" to the side, boss John Eustace confirms.
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