Jan Paul van Hecke - head
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke (24) was stretchered off during stoppage time in their Premier League match against Brentford after a serious clash of heads with midfielder Yunus Emre Konak (Source: Sam Tabuteau, The Borough of Hounslow Herald)
The incident occurred in the seventh minute of injury time, leading to a 13-minute suspension of play. While Konak was able to walk off the pitch, Van Hecke's condition appeared more critical. He briefly sat up while being examined by the Brighton medical team but was then carefully laid back down, given oxygen, and stretchered off the field with a neck brace. He was replaced by Eiran Cashin, receiving applause from both sets of fans.
The match resumed after the delay, with Brentford securing a 4-2 victory. The extent of Van Hecke’s injury is yet to be confirmed, with Brighton expected to provide an update following further medical assessment. (Source: talkSPORT)
Update Friday 25 April 2025
Fabian Hurzeler says Van Hecke is NOT available for Brighton & Hove Albion v West Ham United. ‘back next week’. (Source: Johnny Cantor, Reporter)
Brentford players and fans all join in applauding Jan Paul van Hecke off the pitch, who leaves on a stretcher after a nasty collision with Yunus Konak.
— Sam Tabuteau (@tabuteauS) April 19, 2025