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Memphis Depay sustained yet another injury during practice on Monday, and it appears like Atletico Madrid will be missing one of the main factors that helped them advance to the Champions League quarterfinals. Due to fitness issues, the Dutchman has been in and out of the team during the season and is expected to miss the two legs of the match against Borussia Dortmund.
Memphis, who forced extra time in their Round of 16 match against Inter after scoring the equaliser on aggregate, will be out for three to four weeks due to a left leg muscle injury, Atletico Madrid said on Monday. Marca stated that he would probably miss the opening leg but might return for the next four La Liga games.
Mario Hermoso is reportedly nearing the end of his recuperation from his own muscle issue, according to Diario AS. He won’t play in Dortmund’s first leg, but after training with the ball on Monday, he might play in the second leg the following week. The seasoned defender hasn’t played since Inter’s second leg.
Memphis’ departure might be a huge blow for Atletico, who will miss him in Europe in addition to their fight to place in the top four, as they only have two games remaining and a two-point lead over Athletic Club. In addition to providing Diego Simeone with a viable substitute for Alvaro Morata and Antoine Griezmann, Memphis allows him to rest them during a critical period.
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