Senegal star Sadio Mane doubtful for crucial league match against Al Ahli

Al-Nassr have been dealt a potential setback in their Saudi Pro League title push, with Sadio Mane emerging as a major doubt for their decisive league match against Al Ahli on Wednesday.

The Senegalese forward, who has been an important figure in Al-Nassr’s attacking setup this season, was unable to complete the club’s final training session ahead of the high-stakes encounter. The issue stems from a bout of flu that has affected the former Liverpool star, casting uncertainty over his availability at a critical stage of the campaign.

Mane is not the only player in the Al-Nassr squad to have been struck by illness. Reports from the local media indicate that several teammates have also come down with flu symptoms in recent days. However, unlike the Senegal international, the rest of the affected players were still able to take part in and complete training, highlighting the severity of Mane’s condition.

This development has raised serious doubts within the club’s camp, especially given the timing of the illness. With the title race reaching its decisive phase, every key player is expected to play a vital role, and Mane’s possible absence could significantly impact Al-Nassr’s attacking threat.

Club officials are closely monitoring his recovery ahead of the fixture, with hopes that he could still make a late return to fitness. However, no final decision has been made yet, and his participation remains uncertain as matchday approaches.

Al-Nassr are expected to make a late assessment on his condition before the game, but for now, the striker’s involvement in one of the season’s most important matches hangs in the balance.