After sustaining an injury during his most recent appearances in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Moussa Niakhate underwent thorough medical examinations in Marseille.
The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan the central defender underwent prompted head coach Patrick Vieira to err on the side of caution.
The coach decided to release the player from the Lions of Teranga’s training camp so he could continue his medical treatment.
This physical setback means the Senegalese defensive stalwart will miss the friendly match against the Comoros, scheduled for Sunday, October 4, at the Stade Vélodrome.
This leaves a gap in the defense for Patrick Vieira’s team as they prepare for this match in Marseille.
Released by the national team’s medical staff, the defender is returning immediately to Olympique Lyonnais to begin his treatment plan with the club’s medical staff and determine the exact length of his absence.
