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Málaga CF center-back Moussa has suffered a new injury, confirmed by medical tests after experiencing discomfort. The Malian defender has a soleus muscle injury in his right leg that will sideline him for several weeks. This adds to a long history of injuries since September 2022, including a fractured fifth metatarsal, a grade II knee ligament rupture, and an ankle sprain. Moussa last played for Málaga's first team in October 2024. He has two years remaining on his contract, but the injury reduces the likelihood of a loan move. Málaga currently has five other center-backs available. The player posted on social media that 'this is not the end, it's just a part of the journey.'
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Moussa continues to endure a difficult spell of injuries. The Málaga CF centre-back has been diagnosed with a soleus muscle injury in his right leg, the club confirmed this Monday. Medical tests carried out after the player reported discomfort revealed the injury, which will keep him out of first-team action for the next few weeks.
A Persistent Struggle with Fitness
The Malian international has yet to regain his physical or competitive rhythm. His recent injury history includes:
- February 2025: A grade II rupture of the internal lateral ligament and a partial rupture of the posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, suffered just weeks into a loan spell at Marbella FC.
- May 2024: An ankle sprain.
- September 2022: A fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, requiring surgery and a return to Mali.
Limited Playing Time
Moussa was considered a key candidate in the club's plans to free up a roster spot for new signings. His last appearance for the Málaga CF first team came in October 2024, during the Copa del Rey match against CD Estepona. Since then, a series of injuries and loan moves have kept him off the pitch more than on it.
In a message posted on social media, the player wrote:
"This is not the end, it's just a part of the journey. Stronger, wiser, hungrier. Learn to flow in the chaos."
Contract and Squad Implications
Moussa still has two years remaining on his contract, which runs until 2028. However, this latest soleus injury—one of the most sensitive areas for a footballer due to the recovery time required—will force him to pause his return to action.
Málaga CF currently has five centre-backs available: Murillo, Calero, Pastor, Galilea, and Recio. Only the player from Fuengirola was present in the recent match against Leicester. The possibility of finding a loan move for Moussa has now diminished.
Source: La Opinión de Málaga
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