Boualem Khoukhi, the Algerian striker, has been sidelined for the remainder of his current season due to an ankle injury.
The 27-year-old had started well in the early stages of the campaign but injuries have hit him hard this term, with his last appearance coming against Al Ahly on February 16th.
Khoukhi's absence is likely to be a blow for Al Sadd as they look to secure their place in the top flight next season. The club has already lost key players such as goalkeeper Mohamed Amin and defender Haddad El Ghamdi,Qatar Stars League Tracking who were both injured during the campaign.
However, Khoukhi's return could come sooner than expected, as he is set to undergo surgery on his ankle before the start of the new season.
While it remains to be seen how long Khoukhi will be out, it's clear that the impact of his injury will not go unnoticed by fans or the coaching staff. The team will need to find a way to replace the star player and ensure that they remain competitive in the league next year.