Aaron Hickey
BREScotland
Both
Jun 10, 2002
23
6'1"
159 lb
LB
RB
Balanced Full Back
BrentfordAiming return after break
Hickey (hamstring) suffered an injury during the defeat against Brighton and will hope to return after the March international break, the club announced.
Analysis: Hickey picked up a hamstring injury in the loss to the Seagulls and is set to miss several weeks, with his return timeline targeting after the March international break. That said, his absence is not a major blow for the Bees, as he was projected to slot in as a depth piece behind Michael Kayode at best once Kayode is fully fit.
Ruled out Saturday
Hickey (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Burnley.
Analysis: Hickey is ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Clarets after picking up an injury in his last outing. Little had been known about the issue during the week and he is not deemed fit enough to be involved. The absence leaves the club short on full-back options with Michael Kayode (undisclosed) still not fully fit.
Receives doubtful tag
Hickey (undisclosed) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Aaron came off with an injury; I'm not sure if he is going to be ready."
Analysis: Hickey looks unlikely for Saturday's match after picking up an injury in his last outing, with little still known about his injury. Unfortunately for the club, this could leave them low on full-back options, as Michael Kayode is likely to return but is still not deemed fully fit. Hickey will hope he can at least be a bench option, although he is unlikely to be risked if this is the case.
Subbed off injured
Hickey was forced off in the 45th minute of Saturday's clash against Brighton due to an apparent injury, the club announced.
Analysis: Hickey was forced off in the 45th minute of Saturday's clash against Brighton due to an apparent injury. The defender will undergo further tests in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue. If he is sidelined, Nathan Collins is likely to see increased minutes in his absence.
On bench in return
Hickey (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Tottenham.
Analysis: Hickey is back in the squad after missing the last match for undisclosed reasons but will begin this one among the substitutes. The defender had likely been dealing with a minor knock, and the staff seems to be easing him back rather than throwing him straight into the XI. He will hope to build fitness and reclaim his position during a busy stretch of three matches in seven days.
Absent to face Spurs
Hickey is out for Wednesday's match against Arsenal due to undisclosed reasons, according to manager Keith Andrews. "We have a tough week and tough games. We have a couple of knocks to consider with the week overall. I have picked a team to start the game and it's arguable it won't be the team that finishes it. I have a great confidence in this group"
Analysis: Hickey started the last match but is now off the team sheet altogether, with the defender missing due to undisclosed reasons. It appears more than likely he was suffering from a knock, and with their last match just being Saturday, they probably did not want to risk him. He will hope he can make it when they take the field again Saturday for a third match in seven days, with Michael Kayode taking his spot Wednesday.
Starts again
Hickey got the start during Tuesday's clash with Denmark.
Analysis: Hickey was back in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash, as expected after recovering from a knee issue. The defender is back to full fitness and has been a consistent option in the starting XI when fully fit, and should be straight back in the XI for Saturday's trip to Brighton.
Starting XI Sunday
Hickey (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Newcastle.
Analysis: Hickey is back with the team Sunday as expected after his call-up to the Scottish national team, with the defender starting out left in the defense. He started in the two games before his injury and will hope to maintain this role after the break.
Called up for Scotland
Hickey (knee) was called up by Scotland ahead of the November international break.
Analysis: Hickey was called up by Scotland and could be on the bench for Sunday's clash with Newcastle. The defender was expected to return against Crystal Palace, but in the end wasn't summoned. It's unclear where exactly his fitness is after almost two years on the sideline with a knee injury, but it's clear Brentford are going to be cautious with Hickey.
Still out Saturday
Hickey (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Hickey has recovered enough from a knee injury suffered on international duty with Scotland to resume training in full this week but will not be involved in Saturday's clash against Palace. The defender is still being managed carefully as he works toward full match readiness. He started the last two matches before the injury and could return to action soon if his progress continues.
Available against Crystal Palace
Hickey (knee) is an option for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace, the club announced.
Analysis: Hickey has recovered from a knee injury suffered on international duty with Scotland and is back available for Saturday's clash against Palace after training in full this week. The defender should be in contention to return to a starting role on Saturday since he started the last two games prior to his injury.
Will be assessed ahead of Palace
Hickey (knee) will be assessed ahead of next week's fixture against Crystal Palace and remains out for now, according to the club.
Analysis: Hickey missed the last game due to a knee injury and will be assessed ahead of next week's fixture against Crystal Palace. The defender remains out for now and will hope to return next week since he should be in contention for a starting role in the backline for the Bees when fully fit.
Trains, late call for Monday
Hickey (knee) was back on grass Friday and is a late call for Monday's match against West Ham, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Aaron got a bit of a knock in Scotland's first game of the international break, and he missed the second match, but he's been back on the grass today."
Analysis: Hickey was dealing with some knee issues over the break while with Scotland after he was forced off in the match, but appears to already be overcoming his injury, with his substitution from the match appearing to be a cautious move for the defender. That said, he is now training on grass again and will work towards being an option for Monday. He hopes to pass testing and be an option for the club, especially after starting in their past two outings, with Keane Lewis-Potter as a possible replacement.
Dealing with knee injury
Hickey was a doubt for Thursday's 3-1 win against Greece after picking up a small knock to his knee but ultimately started and played 58 minutes before being forced off with an injury, coach Steve Clarke said in a press conference, according to Lewis Anderson from Edinburgh News. "He's just tweaked his knee. Aaron was actually a doubt to start the game after picking up a small knock to his knee and I think he's just aggravated it. I don't know for sure yet, but that was the reason I called Max (Johnston) into the squad as cover."
Analysis: Hickey picked up a small knock to his knee ahead of the clash against Greece while on international duty with Scotland and ultimately started and played almost one hour in the victory. That said, the Brentford defender was forced off injured and appeared to have aggravated the same knee issue, which is bad news for the Bees since he started the last two games at left-back. Hickey will likely be assessed in the coming days upon his return, and if the injury proves serious, Keane Lewis-Potter is expected to regain a starting spot in the backline until Hickey fully recovers.
First competitive start back
Hickey got the start and played 60 minutes during Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Bournemouth.
Analysis: Hickey made his first competitive start in two years after finally recovering from a serious injury. The defender has appeared off the bench in the first two Premier League matches and was fit throughout pre-season. It's unclear if Hickey will be able to take his place in the starting XI back, but the fact he was deemed fit to start Tuesday and played 60 minutes is a great sign that his recovery is finally in the past.
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