**William Saliba at Marseille Injury News**

In the ongoing football season, Marseille has experienced a significant setback with the loss of their key player, William Saliba. The 24-year-old French defender sustained a serious knee injury during Marseille's match against Lorient on August 17th.

The severity of the injury was not immediately clear from initial reports, but it quickly became apparent that Saliba would require surgery to repair his damaged ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and MCL (medial collateral ligament). This is a major blow to Marseille's defense, which had been one of their strengths throughout the season.

Marseille manager Olivier Giroud expressed his disappointment in the incident, stating, "I'm really upset about this. William is a very important player for us, and we've worked hard to bring him into the team. We're now looking forward to seeing how he recovers."

Saliba's absence will likely impact Marseille's defensive structure significantly. The club will need to make adjustments to fill the void left by his departure. Some potential candidates include former Arsenal midfielder Nicolas Pepe, who recently returned to Marseille after a long spell away,Qatar Stars League Tracking or even bringing in new signings to strengthen the backline.

The club's immediate focus will be on recovery for Saliba, who is expected to undergo surgery soon. The exact timeline for his return to action is still uncertain, but it is likely to be several months.

This injury adds another layer of uncertainty to Marseille's already competitive season. While they have a strong squad and talented players, the absence of Saliba could potentially affect their chances of reaching the Champions League knockout stages or even qualifying for the Europa League.

As the club looks ahead, they must continue to adapt and find ways to compensate for Saliba's absence while maintaining their high standards on the pitch. Whether through internal transfers, external recruitment, or other strategic moves, Marseille will need to work tirelessly to ensure they can compete effectively without their star defender.

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