Kwasi Poku
VAN
Right Winger
Center Forward
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Feb 6, 2003 (23)
Left
6'3"
179 lb
Considered for DCU match
Poku (hamstring) has been cleared to return to action in the weekend's meeting with D.C. United, Har Journalist of Canadian Soccer Daily reports.
Analysis: Poku has yet to make his club debut after joining Vancouver in the summer transfer window. His recovery from a muscular injury means he'll likely be among the substitutes in the next few contests, offering versatility across the front line. He should then push for opportunities in place of either Brian White or Ryan Gauld.
Back on grass
Poku (hamstring) is back on the grass and could have an outside chance of being available for Saturday's game against D.C. United, according to Whitecaps reporter Sarita Patel.
Analysis: Poku joined team training on the grass after dealing with a hamstring injury over the last few weeks, though it remains to be seen whether the forward will be fit enough to return to action this weekend. If he doesn't pass a late fitness test, Poku would probbaly return in October, either against Chicago (Oct. 6) or after the break against LAFC (Oct. 10).
Hamstring injury keeps him out
Poku is sidelined for upcoming matches as he deals with a hamstring blow, the MLS announced Saturday.
Analysis: Poku arrived in Vancouver during the latest transfer window with the aim of reinforcing the Whitecaps' attack, though he's yet to play for the club as he recovers from the issue. The club might manage his recovery carefully given the recurrence risk that hamstring injuries carry, and the fact that they can continue to rely on Rayan Elloumi and Thomas Muller in the short term. Still, with Brian White (hamstring) also out, the squad will lack solid depth until one of the injured players recovers.
Joins Whitecaps
Poku has completed a transfer to Vancouver from Brussels, according to his new club.
Analysis: Poku is back in his home nation as he finds his new home, with the forward leaving Belgium for MLS play with the Whitecaps. The 23-year-old signs until the 2028/29 season, coming off a season with Brussels, where he recorded six goals in 31 appearances. It may take some time for the forward to find time in the time off the fresh move, competing with Brian White and Thomas Muller for time. However, with limited depth in the attacking department, he could be a useful option from the bench.
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