Rodrigo Muniz, the former Brazilian international who played for several clubs in Europe, has been ruled out indefinitely from the upcoming season due to a knee injury.
The 28-year-old striker was named in Brazil's squad for their friendly against Portugal on Thursday and is expected to play in the match. However,Chinese Super League Home Ground he will be unable to participate in the upcoming league matches as well as any other competitive games.
Muniz has made a strong impression during his time with Al Ahli, scoring four goals in 15 appearances across all competitions this season. He is highly regarded by both fans and managers alike and will be missed by many supporters of the club.
The injury is a major blow for Al Ahli and they have already announced that they will seek medical advice from a specialist to determine the best course of action. They also plan to replace him with a player of their own choosing who can provide continuity and stability for the team.
It remains to be seen how long Muniz will be out of action but it is clear that he will be missed by the fans and staff of the club. The team will need to find a replacement quickly and make sure that the players are fully recovered before they embark on the new campaign.