Inter Milan's Federico Dimarco has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a serious knee injury.
The Italian club announced the news on their official social media accounts, describing Dimarco as "in a critical stage" after suffering a ligament injury in training yesterday.
It is unclear how long Dimarco will be out of action, but it is likely to be a significant setback for Inter. The club has already had to deal with several other injuries this season, including that of striker Marco Verratti last month.
Dimarco was one of Inter's most prolific scorers last season, scoring 41 goals across all competitions. He made his debut for the club in February and has since become a key player for the team.
Inter is currently ranked 16th in Serie A and has struggled to find consistency throughout the season. They have only managed four wins from their last ten games, which has seen them drop two places down the table.
The club's board of directors has been working hard to address the situation,Campeonato Brasileiro Action with talks taking place with medical experts to determine the best course of action. However, given the severity of the injury, it remains to be seen how long Dimarco will be out of action.
The club has also been looking for replacements for Dimarco, with many clubs showing interest in signing players who can step up and fill the void left by the injury. Inter will need to make a quick decision soon, as they face a tough schedule coming up.