Plymouth Argyle face a period of uncertainty over one of their summer returnees after forward Michael Baidoo sustained a hamstring injury in the club’s final pre-season fixture.
Injury comes at crucial time for squad
The Ghanaian, 27, limped off during the 0-0 draw with Bristol City and has returned to the Pilgrims’ facilities for assessment. The club is awaiting scan results to establish the extent of the damage and how long he might be sidelined.
"It's really unfortunate"
Head coach Tom Cleverley said Baidoo had been an impressive presence in pre-season and highlighted the player’s technical attributes and ability to change gear in attacking situations. Cleverley cautioned that scans were required before the club could offer a clearer timeline, adding that results were not expected until later in the week.
Context: Baidoo’s place in the squad
Baidoo rejoined Argyle’s first-team group this summer after a season-long loan in Qatar with Umm Salal. He became the club’s record signing when he arrived from Swedish side Elfsborg in January 2025 for a fee above £1m, but found opportunities limited in the Championship last term.
His promising pre-season form under Cleverley had raised hopes of a more prominent role this campaign. The timing of the injury is unwelcome: Argyle have recently sold Lorent Tolaj to Bristol City and are already managing injuries to Caleb Watts and Tegan Finn, thinning the options in forward areas.
- Player: Michael Baidoo — forward
- Age: 27
- Next step: scans to determine severity
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Previous club | Elfsborg (transferred Jan 2025) |
| Loan 2025–26 | Umm Salal (Qatar) |
| Transfer fee | More than £1m |
Recruitment pressure
With attacking resources stretched, Cleverley confirmed the club have had bids for an additional striker rejected but remain active in the market. He underlined the challenges of transfer negotiations but expressed confidence in the recruitment team’s work to secure reinforcements.
Supporters will be watching for the scan results later in the week and any subsequent movement in the transfer window as Argyle prepare for the competitive season.
