Flamengo has been hit by another injury blow, with the latest update being that forward Marcelo is out for several weeks due to a knee problem.
Marcelo has been a key player for Flamengo this season and his absence could be felt in their upcoming matches. The Brazilian international has scored five goals and provided two assists in just six appearances this campaign.
The news comes as a blow for Flamengo, who are currently sixth in the Campeonato Brasileiro and will need all available players to perform well if they want to make a push for a top-four finish.
Flamengo's medical staff have worked quickly to assess Marcelo's injury and provide guidance on his recovery process. They will no doubt work closely with the player and his team-mates to ensure he returns to full fitness as soon as possible.
In the meantime, Flamengo will likely look to replace Marcelo's goals and contributions with other attacking options. This could include some of the club's younger players or even reinforcements from elsewhere in the market.
Overall, the loss of Marcelo is certainly not ideal for Flamengo, but the club will need to find ways to cope without him while also hoping for a speedy recovery for the injured forward.