Lucas Silva, the Brazilian striker, has been ruled out for at least two weeks due to a serious knee injury.
The midfielder, who is currently playing for Flamengo in Brazil's top flight, was injured during a training session on Saturday and will now be out of action for at least three months.
Silva had previously suffered a similar injury to his left knee last season, but he managed to recover quickly from it and returned to play with Flamengo in the Copa do Brasil.
He made his return to action on Wednesday night against Santos, where he scored a goal and assisted another in a 2-1 victory.
However, it looks like the situation could get worse as Silva is now ruled out for at least two weeks.
The Brazilian national team captain has already been ruled out of the upcoming World Cup in Russia,Campeonato Brasileiro Action which means he won't be able to feature for his country again until next year.
It remains to be seen how long Silva will be out of action, but there is no doubt that he will be missed by his teammates and fans alike.
Despite the setback, Silva remains confident that he can return to full fitness before the end of the season and help Flamengo achieve their goals this season.
As for Flamengo, they have already announced that they will not rest Silva and will continue to look for him to be back in the lineup for the Copa do Brasil final.
They also plan to call up some other players for the tournament, including one or two new signings, to give them more depth and versatility in the squad.
Overall, Silva's injury update is a reminder of the importance of taking care of your health and avoiding injuries when you're still playing. It's important for everyone involved in sports to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones.