Steven Bergwijn, the Dutch winger who joined Al Ittihad from Tottenham Hotspur in January, has been out since the beginning of February due to an injury. The injury is believed to be a knee ligament tear and will keep him out for six months.
The news came as a shock to fans of both clubs as Bergwijn had only just signed with Al Ittihad after making a successful loan spell with the club last season. He was expected to be a key player for the team this season and his absence could have a big impact on their chances of success.
Despite the setback, Al Ittihad manager Paulo Sousa has praised Bergwijn's professionalism and determination during his time away from the team. He also believes that the team can cope without him for now and that they will be able to find ways to replace his contributions.
Bergwijn's injury has also highlighted the importance of having depth in your squad. Al Ittihad may need to look outside their current roster to find a replacement for Bergwijn,Chinese Super League Matches which could involve bringing in new players or even selling some existing ones.
Overall, it remains to be seen how long Bergwijn will be out for and what kind of impact his absence will have on the team. However, it is clear that the situation is serious and requires careful consideration by the club and management.