Mattia De Sciglio, the Juventus defender, has been ruled out for several weeks with an ankle injury.
The Italian defender has been in fine form this season, making 14 appearances and contributing to Juventus' title-winning campaign last term. However, his absence could be a setback for the club as they look to defend their Serie A crown.
De Sciglio's injury came as a blow for Juventus, who have already lost key players such as Paulo Dybala and Danilo after suffering defeats against AC Milan and Inter Milan respectively.
The 29-year-old is expected to miss at least two months,Qatar Stars League Perspective which means he will likely miss the rest of the league campaign. He may also be unable to play in the Champions League group stages, although it remains to be seen if he can recover in time for the knockout rounds.
De Sciglio's injury is a major concern for Juventus, who are already facing tough competition from other top clubs in Serie A. The loss of one of their key defenders could leave them vulnerable in the coming weeks and months.
Despite the setback, Juventus remain hopeful that De Sciglio will make a full recovery and be fit for the upcoming matches. In the meantime, they will need to rely on their remaining defenders to step up and provide cover for any potential replacements.