Headline: Barnet Manager Eyes Squad Reinforcements After Blow from Star Striker’s Injury
Barnet manager Dean Brennan has stated his intention to strengthen the squad in January, following the significant injury setback of star striker Kabongo Tshimanga. The 29-year-old currently leads League Two in scoring, boasting 10 goals in 13 appearances. However, Brennan recently disclosed that Tshimanga would be unavailable for “a while” due to a knee injury.
The Bees’ boss confirmed that Tshimanga is expected to be out for three months. He indicated that the absence of such a crucial player impacted the team’s performance, particularly during their recent FA Cup clash with Tranmere Rovers, where they struggled for 80 minutes before securing a win.
“Not having Kabby for probably the next three months is an absolute killer for the football club,” Brennan told BBC Radio London. He noted that the team appeared wasteful in front of goal against Tranmere and lacked the “real killer quality” needed to finish off plays.
Brennan acknowledged the challenges faced by young players like Jack Maskell, emphasizing the importance of veteran players like Tshimanga during critical matches. Looking ahead, he reassured fans that recruitment plans for January have already commenced, with actions set in motion last week to bring in new players.
