RB Leipzig faces a challenging period as they will be without Ridle Baku for several weeks due to injury. The club announced that the 27-year-old national player sustained a syndesmosis injury to his left ankle during a Bundesliga match against Borussia Mönchengladbach, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
Injury Details and Expected Recovery
Baku is expected to be sidelined for approximately three to four weeks. Despite this setback, he is already working on his recovery plan to return to the pitch as soon as possible.
Upcoming Matches Without Baku
- DFB-Pokal Round of 16: Leipzig will miss Baku in their upcoming match against 1. FC Magdeburg.
Additionally, Johan Bakayoko will also be unavailable for selection due to mild muscular complaints. This decision was made as a precautionary measure to prevent further injury.
Conclusion
RB Leipzig must navigate the next few weeks without two key players, potentially impacting their performance in upcoming fixtures. The team’s ability to adapt and find replacements will be vital during this period.
