Mohammed Salisu to miss Monaco match due to hamstring injury sustained on Ghana duty

MONACO, MONACO – AUGUST 17: Mohammed Salisu Abdul Karim of AS Monaco in action during the Ligue 1 match between AS Monaco and AS Saint-Etienne at Stade Louis II on August 17, 2024 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Neal Simpson/Allstar/Getty Images)Mohammed Salisu will miss AS Monaco’s Ligue 1 clash against Lille on Friday night after sustaining a hamstring injury during Ghana’s match against Sudan on Tuesday.The central defender struggled during his outing in Libya, exiting the game after being outpaced by a Sudanese forward, which raised concerns about his fitness.Salisu had been enjoying a stellar start to the season, playing a key role in Monaco’s impressive form, which included a memorable 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League. He even scored his first Champions League goal at Dinamo Zagreb just before the international break.However, his performances in the two matches against Sudan in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers fell short, leading critics to question his commitment to the national team, as he has struggled to replicate his club form with the Black Stars.While Ghana faces challenges in their quest for AFCON qualification, Salisus absence is a significant blow for Monaco, especially with their top position in Ligue 1 at stake. The extent of his injury and potential return date remain unclear, as Monaco has not provided further updates.