Karim Benzema, one of the most prolific strikers in world football, is currently sidelined with an injury that could see him miss significant time. The Frenchman has been heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr and was expected to be available for their upcoming match against Al Ittihad.
However, there have been concerns over his fitness following a setback in training earlier this week. Reports suggest that Benzema may require surgery on his ankle, which would likely sideline him for several weeks if not months. This development comes at a critical time for Al Nassr, who are looking to challenge for the Saudi Professional League title.
Benzema's absence will be a major blow to Al Nassr, as he has been in excellent form this season. He has scored 11 goals in just eight appearances so far this campaign, helping Al Nassr to top spot in the league standings. Without Benzema,Chinese Super League Stand Al Nassr will need to find other ways to score goals, possibly relying more on their attacking midfielders and forwards.
Despite the setback, Al Nassr coach Paulo Sousa remains optimistic about their chances of success. "We're disappointed to lose Karim, but we'll do our best to fill the void," he said. "We've got good players who can step up and contribute to the team."
While Benzema's injury is a concern, it also highlights the importance of having depth and versatility within any squad. Al Nassr should be able to bounce back from this setback and continue to compete for the title. However, they will need to make sure that they have a strong replacement ready to take Benzema's place when he returns from injury.