Belgian club KV Mechelen has issued a statement after reports circulated in Zimbabwean media suggesting that Warriors winger Bill Antonio is close to full recovery and set to return to action soon. The 22-year-old player, who joined the Belgian Pro League side from Zimbabwe’s Dynamos FC last year, has been sidelined by an injury sustained last season.
Reports on social media fueled excitement among Zimbabwean fans, with posts declaring: “🇿🇼 Your Boy Bill Antonio Is Back Now At KV Mechelen (Belgium Pro League) 🇧🇪. Now The Goals Will Start Coming. #BlinkyBill.”
However, KV Mechelen responded with a different narrative, clarifying that Antonio is not yet ready to return to the pitch. In a statement, the club said: “Sadly, we have to inform you that Bill can’t be selected just yet due to his injury from last season. He’s still making progress, though. This picture was taken during team photo day earlier this week.”
The club thanked supporters for their continued encouragement and assured them that Antonio’s progress is ongoing, though a return to competitive action will take more time.
Antonio has scored 3 goals in 12 matches for KV Mechelen in the Belgian top flight since his move last year. Fans eagerly await his return, but it appears he will need more recovery time before he can be fully integrated back into the squad.
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