Algerian midfielder Ismael Bennacer faces uncertainty over his availability for the national team camp after missing Olympique Marseille’s clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday.
According to the French outlet Foot Mercato, Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi was forced to leave Ismael Bennacer out of the squad due to a muscle injury sustained during a recent training session. The club’s medical staff recommended that he be excused from the high-profile encounter.
Without Ismael Bennacer, Marseille endured a tough night, suffering a heavy defeat to PSG in their Ligue 1 showdown.
The 27-year-old is now set for a series of medical examinations to determine the severity of his injury. His recovery timeline will dictate whether he can join Algeria’s camp in March for their crucial African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup against Botswana and Mozambique.
Algerian fans will be anxiously awaiting updates, hoping their midfield general can recover in time to bolster the national squad in these decisive fixtures.
