Dodi Lukebakio’s lay-off at Benfica revealed | OneFootball

Dodi Lukebakio suffered a severe injury to his left ankle and will only return to wear Benfica's jersey in March 2026. The winger complained during the Belgium – Liechtenstein match and eventually had to leave the field, but the Eagles' officials never thought the situation would be so serious.

“Sport Lisboa e Benfica informs that the player Dodi Lukebakio suffered a fracture in his left ankle. The athlete will undergo surgery and begin the recovery process,” informed the Club of Light in a statement published on their website last Wednesday, November 19.

Dodi Lukebakio's injury is a severe blow for Benfica not only because of the player's quality but also due to the lack of concrete alternatives for the position in question. If the Eagles were already planning to sign two wingers in the winter transfer window, this need is now even more urgent.

Dodi Lukebakio joined Benfica at the end of the summer transfer window, coming from Sevilla. The Eagles paid around 20 million euros to the Spanish club for the winger. The Belgian international had been establishing himself in José Mourinho's team but will now have to face a long period of inactivity.

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

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