Ghana and newly signed Malaga winger Christian Atsu is a doubt for this weekend’s titanic clash against Villarreal in the Spanish La Liga.
Atsu who wasted little time in announcing himself to the clubs faithful played only 45 minutes and was forced out due to muscle contractions.
Initially reports were that his withdrawal from the game was precautionary by subsequent tests has proven that the Ghana international will have to spend some time on the treatment table.
Atsu struggled for form and fitness at former club Bournemouth and is desperate to open a new chapter in the Spanish La Liga with Malaga.