Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu has been ruled out of Trabzonspor’s trip to face Alanyaspor after suffering a muscle injury during training.
The club confirmed on Friday that the in-form forward experienced discomfort in a training session, prompting his immediate withdrawal from the travelling squad ahead of the Turkish Süper Lig fixture.
Onuachu has been one of the standout performers in Turkey this season, enjoying a remarkable goal-scoring campaign.
The 31-year-old has registered 24 goals in 28 appearances across all competitions, making him one of the leading scorers in the league.
His contributions account for a significant portion of Trabzonspor’s goals, underlining his importance to the team’s attacking success.
The towering striker has consistently delivered in big moments, scoring crucial goals in recent matches and spearheading Trabzonspor’s push in both domestic competitions.
His form has also placed him among the most in-demand forwards ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
According to the club’s medical team, Onuachu reported pain and stiffness in the upper anterior thigh during training at the Mehmet Ali Yılmaz Facilities under head coach Fatih Tekke. Initial assessments suggest a muscle injury, with treatment already underway.
The development is a setback for Trabzonspor, who will now have to cope without their leading scorer in the short term as they continue their league campaign.
Meanwhile, Nigerian players Anthony Nwakaeme and Chibuike Nwaiwu have been included in the squad and are available for selection against Alanyaspor.
Trabzonspor will be hoping for a swift recovery for Onuachu as they aim to maintain momentum in the title race.
