Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has confirmed that Brazilian midfielder Vitinha is out for the rest of the season after suffering a serious ankle injury in their latest match against Lille on Saturday.
Vitinha's injury comes as a major blow to PSG's midfield, which has struggled with injuries throughout the season. The 21-year-old was one of the club's most promising young players and had made a strong start to his career at PSG, but he now faces a lengthy layoff.
The injury will likely rule him out of PSG's upcoming Champions League games, as well as several domestic matches this month. It also means that PSG will have to look for alternative options in midfield,Campeonato Brasileiro Action with Marco Verratti and Thiago Motta both out with injuries.
Vitinha's absence will be a significant loss for PSG, who have struggled to find consistent form in recent weeks. However, they still have a talented squad and should be able to cope without him until he returns.
Injury updates: Vitinha's injury is a reminder of the challenges facing PSG's midfield this season. Despite having some of the best players in the world, they have struggled to perform consistently and have been hit by injuries. It remains to be seen how long Vitinha will be out and what steps PSG will take to replace him.