Monaco coach: Zacharia is absent for at least two months

RMC Sports reported that Monaco midfielder Zacharia will be absent for at least two months.

Zakaria was injured and retired from the Champions League match in Monaco's 1-4 defeat to Bruges, and it may be difficult for her to return to the field in the short term. Head coach Xuter announced at a press conference on Saturday that the player will be out for at least two months, which is undoubtedly a heavy blow to Monaco, which is already missing Golovin. Xuter said: "Based on the injury, we expect him to recover at least two months. It would be better if he recovered early, but the specific duration varies from person to person. I don't think he will return within two months."

Zakaria, who was pursued by Jeddah citizens this summer, officially joined after the loan period expired from Chelsea in 2023, and finally chose to stay in Monaco, with two years left in his contract. Sports director Thiago Scuro admitted: "There is no need to convince him to stay, but respect the offer and communicate honestly. We believe that keeping him is the best choice, and internal discussions last only 48 hours and have no friction."

Monaco is also facing the absence of another midfielder Golovin. The Russian international has suffered a hamstring injury in his front right leg on September 13. Xuter expects to be absent for several weeks and hopes to return after the next international match.

Hutel simultaneously updated the situation of other injured people: "Christian Mavisa feels hamstring pain, but I don't think it is serious. It will be determined whether it is available tomorrow after medical evaluation. Salisu may return tomorrow."

source:bong 7m