Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian international footballer, has been sidelined for several weeks due to a knee injury sustained during a match against Lille in France last month.

The news was initially announced by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, who said that the player would be out for "a few weeks." However, it appears that the injury is more severe than initially thought, as he is now expected to miss the remainder of the season and possibly even next year's campaign.

Mahrez, who joined Manchester City from Leicester City in January 2018,Primeira Liga Tracking has been one of the team's most important players this season. He has scored 14 goals and provided eight assists in all competitions, helping the club to their first Premier League title since 2016-17.

Despite the setback, Guardiola remains optimistic about the player's return to full fitness. He told reporters that they will work closely with the medical staff at City to ensure that Mahrez receives the best possible treatment and rehabilitation.

While the loss of Mahrez will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the team, City fans should remain hopeful that he will recover quickly and return to action soon. With his experience, skill, and leadership qualities, he is sure to make a valuable contribution to the squad once again.

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