Brighton & Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler has urged patience with Nigeria international Femi Azeez as the winger continues his recovery from a hamstring injury.

Azeez is yet to make his competitive debut for the Seagulls following his deadline-day move from Sky Bet Championship side Millwall.

The 25-year-old sustained a minor hamstring injury on the opening day of the season while playing for Millwall, delaying his start to life at the Amex Stadium.

The winger has reportedly made progress in his recovery and featured for Brighton in a friendly during the last international break.

Azeez Not Ready For Action Yet

However, speaking ahead of Thursday’s (today) UEFA Conference League clash against Jablonec, Hurzeler revealed that Azeez is not yet ready to return to competitive action.

“With Femi, again we have to be patient with him. It’s not quite clear how long it will take. It seems to be not a big issue, but therefore we have to be patient,” the Brighton boss told reporters.

Azeez will now continue his recovery as Brighton carefully manage his fitness, with the club keen to ensure he is fully ready before making his competitive debut.