Memphis Depay Set to Miss Atletico Madrid's Champions League Clash with Borussia Dortmund
Forward Ruled Out of First Leg Match
Depay Hurt in La Liga Match Against Celta Vigo
Atletico Madrid has received a blow to their Champions League hopes as forward Memphis Depay has been ruled out of their quarter-final first leg clash against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday.
The Spanish side confirmed on Monday that the Dutch international had suffered an injury in their La Liga match against Celta Vigo on Saturday. While the exact nature of the injury was not disclosed, it is believed to be a hamstring problem.
Depay's absence is a significant setback for Atletico Madrid, as he has been in impressive form this season, scoring 10 goals in all competitions. He has formed a formidable partnership with Luis Suarez up front, and his goals have played a crucial role in the team's success.
Atletico Madrid will now have to find a replacement for Depay in their squad for the match against Dortmund. Angel Correa and Matheus Cunha are the most likely candidates to start in his place, but both have struggled to match Depay's production this season.
The first leg of the quarter-final tie will be played at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on Tuesday, April 5. The return leg will be held at Dortmund's Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday, April 12.
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