Millwall have been dealt a crushing blow ahead of their crucial Championship run-in, with manager Neil Harris confirming that star attacker Zian Flemming has suffered a shoulder injury.
Lions Lose Their Main Attacking Threat
The Dutch forward, who has been instrumental for the London club this season, sustained the damage during their recent match against West Bromwich Albion. Flemming's absence creates a massive void in Millwall's attacking lineup as they fight to secure their Championship status.
"He's damaged his shoulder," Harris revealed in his post-match comments. "We'll have to assess him over the next couple of days to determine the full extent of the injury and how long he might be sidelined."
Survival Battle Takes Dramatic Turn
This development comes at the worst possible time for Millwall, who currently sit just above the relegation zone. The timing couldn't be better for their relegation rivals Birmingham City and Preston North End, both of whom are locked in the same survival scrap.
Flemming's contribution this season has been invaluable:
- Top scorer for the Lions
- Primary creative force in attack
- Key set-piece specialist
- Major aerial threat
Rivals Ready to Pounce
With Millwall's main goal threat potentially missing crucial matches, both Birmingham City and Preston North End will see this as a golden opportunity to gain ground in the tense relegation battle. Every point becomes precious at this stage of the season, and facing a weakened Millwall side could prove decisive.
The injury news sends shockwaves through the Championship survival race, potentially reshaping the battle at the bottom of the table as we approach the business end of the season.
