Lautaro Martinez, the Argentina forward who has been in sensational form this season, is set to miss two weeks due to injury to his knee.
The news comes as a blow to the Argentine national team, which is currently preparing for its upcoming World Cup campaign.
Martinez was forced off during Argentina's friendly match against Brazil on Monday night after appearing to suffer an injury to his right knee.
He was replaced by Lucas Pratto and will be out of action for at least two weeks, with his return date yet to be confirmed.
The 24-year-old has been one of the standout performers for Argentina this season, scoring nine goals and providing four assists in just ten games.
His absence could have a significant impact on the team's chances of success in Qatar next summer, but it remains to be seen how the team will respond without him.
Despite the setback, Argentina's manager Lionel Scaloni has praised Martinez's commitment to the team and his ability to bounce back from injuries.
"We're going to miss Lautaro, but we have other players who can step up and fill his shoes," he said.
"It's important for us to stay focused and continue to work hard towards our goal."
With the tournament just over six months away, Argentina will need all their strengths if they hope to succeed in Doha.
Injuries are always a risk when playing at such a high level, but the team will need to remain vigilant and prepare accordingly.
It will be interesting to see how Argentina responds to this latest setback, and whether or not it will affect their preparations for the tournament.