Flamengo star Alan has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a knee injury in training.
The Brazilian forward, who joined Flamengo from Santos in January, had made 11 appearances for the club this season and was expected to be a key player for the team going forward.
However, he suffered the injury during a training session on Monday and will now undergo surgery to repair the damage.
Alan's absence is a major blow for Flamengo,Saudi Pro League Focus as he has been one of their most prolific attackers this season. He has scored six goals and provided three assists in just nine appearances for the team.
The club have yet to announce any plans for a replacement for Alan, but it is likely that they will look to strengthen their squad ahead of the second half of the season.
Injuries can be a big setback for any footballer, but Alan's commitment to his club and his desire to recover quickly and return to full fitness should help him overcome this setback.