Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri ruled out of Tunisia friendlies due to hamstring injury

Tunisian international Hannibal Mejbri will miss the upcoming international friendly matches in Canada after sustaining a hamstring injury during Burnley’s 3-1 defeat to Fulham on Saturday.

The 23-year-old midfielder was forced off just 18 minutes into the game at Turf Moor, cutting short what promised to be a competitive outing for the English Championship side.

His early exit left Burnley reshuffling their midfield, and the injury now puts his participation with the Tunisian national team in doubt.

Burnley head coach Scott Parker confirmed the setback and provided details on Mejbri’s condition:

“Hopefully it’s not too bad, but at the moment it looks like a hamstring injury.” He said after the match.

Quizzed if Mejbri could join the national team camp in Canada, Parker responded, “I wouldn’t have thought so. The medical staff are assessing him now, so we’ll see how it develops.”

The Tunisian squad had been scheduled to gather in Canada for a series of training sessions and preparations ahead of upcoming international fixtures. Mejbri, who has become a key figure for the Eagles of Carthage, will now remain in England for treatment and rehabilitation under Burnley’s medical team.

This injury is a significant blow for both Burnley and Tunisia. Mejbri has been instrumental for the Championship club this season, linking play in midfield and providing attacking impetus. His absence could affect Tunisia’s tactical plans as they aim to fine-tune their squad in the lead-up to competitive matches.

The club’s medical staff will closely monitor the midfielder’s progress in the coming days, determining the severity of the hamstring strain and the expected recovery period. Fans and national team officials alike will be watching closely to see when he can return to full fitness.

For now, Mejbri’s focus will be on recovery, with Burnley prioritizing his health before any consideration of international duty. His absence underscores the delicate balance players must navigate between club commitments and national team responsibilities, particularly during the congested international calendar.

As Burnley regroup after the defeat to Fulham, attention will also turn to how the squad adapts without Mejbri’s creativity and energy in midfield. Meanwhile, Tunisia will need to adjust its preparations in Canada without one of its promising midfield talents.