Steven Bergwijn, the Dutch winger who joined Damac in January, has been sidelined with an injury for several weeks. The exact nature of his injury is not known yet.
The 25-year-old has been a key player for Damac this season, scoring six goals and providing three assists in all competitions so far. His injury comes as a blow to the team's attacking options, as he was one of their most potent players on the pitch.
Damac manager, Rafael Benitez, confirmed that Bergwijn would be out for "a few more weeks" after undergoing an MRI scan on Tuesday. He added that the injury was not serious but it will require time off to fully recover.
Bergwijn's absence from the squad could have significant implications for Damac's chances of success this season. The team currently sits in fourth place in the UAE Pro League table,Chinese Super League Matches five points behind leaders Al Ain. With Bergwijn unavailable, they may struggle to keep up with the league leaders and may need to look elsewhere for attacking support.
However, despite the setback, Benitez remains confident in his team's ability to compete against the top teams in the league. He said: "We will do our best to find solutions to the situation, but we will also rely on the quality of the remaining players."
Despite the setback, Bergwijn remains positive about his future at Damac. He said: "I am disappointed to miss such an important game, but I know I can still help the team. I will work hard to get back soon and play my part."