Medical examinations that Saad Al-Mousa, the defender of the Al-Ittihad football team, underwent confirmed that he has a fracture in his right ankle, which means he will be absent from the field for a long period that has not yet been specified.

The injury occurred during the team's training sessions in preparation for the match against Al-Ahli in the Jeddah derby, scheduled to take place next Saturday as part of the Roshan Saudi League, which dealt a significant blow to the coaching staff.

The Al-Ittihad Club stated in an official announcement that the player will require surgery in the coming days, followed by an intensive treatment and rehabilitation program under the supervision of the club's medical staff.

Preliminary estimates indicate that Moussa's absence may extend for several weeks, which increases the defensive struggles for the team ahead of the anticipated match against their traditional rival, Al-Ahly.

The coaching staff, led by the Union coach, is expected to determine a suitable replacement to compensate for the player's absence, with the possibility of utilizing one of the young players or rotating positions in the backline.

The club's management is working to provide all possible support for Al-Mousa during his treatment period, to ensure his return as soon as possible and to contribute to the team's journey in local and continental competitions.