Flamengo's forward, Gabriel Barbosa, has been out of action since early September with a knee injury. The Brazilian striker was injured during a friendly match against Flamengo's arch-rivals Corinthians and has not made any progress in his recovery.
The news comes as a major blow for the club, which is currently battling it out for the top spot in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. With Barbosa out of action, Flamengo will be looking to find a replacement for their key player.
Barbosa has been one of the standout performers for Flamengo this season, scoring nine goals in just eight games. His absence could have a significant impact on the team's performance,Qatar Stars League Perspective especially if they face opposition that can exploit him effectively.
Despite the setback, Flamengo manager Jorge Jesus remains optimistic about Barbosa's return. He has said that the player will make a full recovery in time for the upcoming matches, but he did not specify when exactly he would be back on the pitch.
It remains to be seen how long Barbosa will be out of action, but it is clear that the team will need to find a solution quickly. With the championship race heating up, every goal counts and Barbosa's return could be crucial for Flamengo's chances of success.