Atlético Madrid's star forward, Félix, has suffered a serious knee injury during the team's match against Real Betis on Saturday. The player was stretchered off the pitch with an apparent knee problem and it is feared that he will be out of action for at least one month.
The 24-year-old has been a key player for Atlético this season, scoring eight goals in just nine games in all competitions. His absence could have significant implications for the club's hopes of winning the La Liga title and reaching the Champions League quarter-finals.
Félix joined Atlético from Real Sociedad in 2019 and has since established himself as one of the best young forwards in world football. He is known for his speed, dribbling ability and clinical finishing, and has already made a name for himself in European football with impressive displays for Spain at under-21 level.
The news of Félix's injury is a major blow for Atlético, who were hoping to continue their excellent start to the season by challenging for the league title. The club will now need to find a replacement for him in the coming weeks, but it remains to be seen whether they can overcome such a setback.
Injuries can be a real test for any team, especially when they come from one of their most important players. It will be interesting to see how Atlético respond to this latest setback and whether they can maintain their strong form going into the second half of the season.