Jalen Neal - Picks up abdominal injury Neal will be out for the next six to eight weeks after suffering an abdominal injury during the Galaxy's preseason action, the MLS Network reported Monday. Impact Neal looked to just be making his return to play following groin surgery that ended his 2023 campaign early, but he will now have to wait on that arrival back into the team sheet after these current developments. This is just plain unlucky for the defender, as he was penned in to most likely be a regular starter, appearing in all 16 of the club's matches he was available for before his groin issue. He will now hope for a speedy recovery with no setbacks, looking to return around the end of March, as Chris Mavinga will most likely hold down Neal's starting spot until he is fit, with Martin Caceres (knee) also being an option if he is healthy by opening day.
FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE