“It will be a little too early for Simon tomorrow. He feels less than 100 percent. We work with him day a day towards the weekend,” said the Bruges trainer, referring to the cup final of Sunday (4 May) to RSC Anderlecht.
The 37-year-old Mignolet was also missing in the second clash against Union Sint-Gillis (0-0) on the previous day of play by chest pain. Three days earlier, in the first confrontation with the Brussels residents (0-1 loss) he collided with Union striker Promise David. Nordin Jackers took his place between the posts last weekend. Captain Hans Vanaken, who is struggling with the ankle, is ready for the service, Hayen assured.