Red Devil Dodi Lukebakio injured his knee in the league match against Mallorca (1-0 defeat) on Saturday. Further examinations are needed for a precise diagnosis, but if it is indeed a (severe) sprain of the knee ligaments, then the European Championships are not at risk.
Lukebakio had to leave Mallorca after just 33 minutes and was replaced by compatriot Adnan Januzaj. After the match, the Red Devil was seen at the airport with a brace on his knee.
Further tests should provide a definitive answer on Monday, but according to the initial diagnosis it is a “serious sprain” of a ligament in the right knee.
Lukebakio would be sidelined for quite a few weeks, but at first glance national coach Domenico Tedesco does not have to fear that the European Championship is in danger.
Sevilla have a problem for Tuesday’s Champions League match in Lens, as Lukebakio and Jordán were two new names added to the infirmary with Nyland, Jesús Navas, Badé, Nianzou, Acuña, Suso, Lamela and Mariano.
Januzaj replaced Lukebakio on Saturday, but he is not eligible to play in the Champions League. Lucas Ocampos and Fernando (who is also injured in the shoulder) are suspended due to their red cards against PSV. Sevilla therefore travels to Lens with only eleven first-team players, supplemented with youngsters.