Al Sadd, one of the most successful clubs in Qatar football, has confirmed that their star player, Boualem Khoukhi, is out for at least another month with a knee injury.
The news comes after the midfielder was forced to leave the field during Al Sadd's match against Al-Rayyan on Sunday due to an apparent injury. The club later announced that Khoukhi had sustained a knee ligament tear and would be out for "at least two weeks".
While it is unclear whether Khoukhi will require surgery or rest, his absence from the team means that he may miss several important matches this season. The club has already been dealt some blow without him, as they have lost two games in a row since his injury.
Khoukhi has been a key player for Al Sadd over the past few years, helping them win several domestic titles and reach the Champions League semi-finals last season. His absence will undoubtedly cause concern among fans and teammates alike, but the club will hope that he can make a full recovery in time for their upcoming fixtures.