Portuguese club AVS SAD faces mounting squad difficulties following a key defensive player’s injury and a recent flu outbreak that affected the team.
Cristian Devenish, a 24-year-old Colombian central defender, was diagnosed with trauma to his right foot. He reported discomfort at halftime during a recent match against Ac. Viseu.
Devenish’s injury makes him a doubt for the squad’s upcoming fixture against V. Guimarães on Friday. He is a crucial player for coach João Pedro Sousa, having made 11 appearances this season as a regular starter in the defensive line.
The club’s medical department will carefully manage Devenish’s recovery. The aim is to ensure his fitness for the return of the league championship.
This new injury compounds challenges for AVS SAD, which also experienced a significant flu outbreak among its squad members over the weekend.
Despite the setbacks, the team resumed training on Monday. This followed a break to celebrate their advancement to the round of 16 in the Portuguese Cup.