Author: Richard Cawley

The centre-back posted on his Instagram about having an operation to repair the damage suffered at West Bromwich Albion.

The experienced Lions left-back came off in the opening stages of Saturday’s 2-0 win over Preston North End.

The Dutchman, a club record £1.7million signing from Fortuna Sittard, provided the assist for Tom Bradshaw’s 15th goal of the season.

According to stats site Whoscored.com, the Lions have scored 23 goals via deadball moments – the highest in the Championship. Next on the list is Sheffield United with 19.

Midfielder George Saville’s displays continue to push him forward as a strong contender for their Player of the Year award.

The Scottish left-back was replaced by Scott Malone in the early stages of the Championship game at The Den.

The victory leaves the Lions fifth in the standings.

The former Sunderland midfielder is the only change made by Lions manager Gary Rowett for today’s home game against Preston North End.

The Scottish defender was part of the Scunthorpe United side which finished nine points clear of Millwall in the 2016-17 League One campaign.

Tomorrow’s opponents Preston are level on points with the Lions but outside the play-offs on goal difference.

Gary Rowett has talked about the cathartic effect running has on him as the Millwall manager gears up for the London Marathon this month.

The Lions head into another high-pressure affair at The Den tomorrow against Preston North End, who have taken 15 points from a possible 18 to move level on points with Gary Rowett’s side.

The 22-year-old midfielder is back in the Lions’ line-up and made his first start since mid-February in Monday’s 1-0 defeat at Hull City.

The Lions paid the price for not converting a number of big chances in Monday’s 1-0 defeat at Hull City.