Lukebakio injured for Belgium, Benfica face selection headache | OneFootball

Dodi Lukebakio was injured during Belgium’s 7-0 victory over Liechtenstein. The Benfica winger was brought on in the 71st minute to replace Jérémy Doku, but did not finish the match, showing some physical discomfort. As a result, the player is now doubtful for the upcoming visit to Ajax.

Dodi Lukebakio was already ruled out for Atlético CP – Benfica, in the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup, due to a suspension carried over from his time at Sevilla. However, this injury to the Benfica winger comes at a time when the Eagles have several very important fixtures on their schedule (Ajax, Sporting, Napoli, among others).

There is still little information regarding the duration of Dodi Lukebakio’s injury. A prolonged absence would be a huge blow for José Mourinho. This is the position, along with the opposite wing, where the coach has reportedly requested reinforcements from Rui Costa in the January transfer window.

This season, playing for Benfica, Dodi Lukebakio – valued at 20 million euros – has made 11 appearances: six in Liga Portugal Betclic, three in the Champions League, one in the Portuguese Cup, and another in the League Cup. In the 835 minutes he has played, the winger has scored one goal and provided three assists.

Atlético CP – Benfica is scheduled for next Friday, November 21, at 8:30 p.m., at Estádio do Restelo. The match, part of the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup, will be broadcast on RTP 1. The Club from Luz aims to secure a victory and advance to the next stage of the prestigious competition.

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