Wanderson injured: The latest news from AS Monaco
AS Monaco has confirmed that midfielder Wanderson has sustained an injury in training and is set to miss the remainder of the season.
The Brazilian international, who joined the club on loan from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, was forced off during the 2-1 win over Nantes on Saturday with an apparent ankle problem.
He underwent further tests on Monday and it has been revealed that he will be out for several weeks with a ligament tear.
The injury is a major blow for Monaco as they look to secure a top-four finish this season and compete in Europe's elite competition.
The club will now have to find a replacement for Wanderson and hope that he recovers quickly enough to be fit for the start of next season.
In the meantime, the likes of Florian Thauvin and Theo Hernandez will need to step up their game if Monaco want to maintain their position in the league table.
AS Monaco update: New signings and transfer rumours
AS Monaco has had a busy summer so far with the arrival of several new signings and transfer rumours.
The club signed defensive duo Raphael Varane and Hakim Ziyech from Real Madrid and Chelsea respectively,Ligue 1 Express while also bringing in midfielders Benjamin Mendy and Amad Diallo from Manchester City and West Ham United respectively.
There have also been reports linking Monaco with a move for Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho, while there are also rumours that the club could be looking to strengthen their attack with the signing of a forward.
However, despite these developments, Monaco remain in a strong position in the league table and will be hoping to continue their winning ways in the upcoming matches.