Borussia Dortmund have been dealt a major blow with the news that forward Youssoufa Moukoko will miss up to six weeks of action.
The 18-year-old Moukoko has an ankle ligament injury sustained Saturday in Dortmund’s league game with Werder Bremen, the Bundesliga club said Monday.
"It’s a bitter message for him and for us, especially now at this stage," Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl said.
Moukoko, who has made two appearances for Germany, scored six goals and set up four more in 18 Bundesliga appearances this season.
Chelsea have previously been interested in a move for the teenager as they look for a new striker.
Piere-Emerick Aubameyang’s long-term future is in doubt amid interest from MLS side LAFC, while Armando Broja suffered a season-ending injury before domestic football returned after the World Cup.
Moukoko, however, signed a new contract with the German giants running until the summer of 2026 last month.
Additional reporting from AP
