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Ianis Hagi will miss Alanyaspor's match against Besiktas due to an adductor tendon injury, raising concerns for Romania's Nations League campaign starting in September.
By Charlotte Redford · 3 min read
Ianis Hagi will miss Alanyaspor's upcoming match against Besiktas, with the Romanian international still struggling with an adductor tendon injury. The setback has raised concerns for Romania's Nations League campaign, which begins in September under the management of his father, Gica Hagi.
The midfielder was absent from Alanyaspor's squad for their opening league match against Gaziantep, which ended 1-1. Turkish media reported that Hagi sustained the injury just before the start of the new season, with the problem located in the adductor tendon in the groin area. The club confirmed that both Hagi and teammate Meschack Elia are continuing their recovery from injuries, with Elia suffering an elbow problem during the summer training camp.
Hagi had returned to training in recent days, and Gica Hagi expressed hope that his son would be available for the second round of fixtures. The Romania coach described the issue as not appearing serious and said he expected a quick return. However, the player has not fully recovered and will also be absent for the clash with Besiktas.
The situation is a concern for the national team, where Ianis Hagi has become a regular presence in recent years, even captaining the side on occasions. Romania are set to begin their Nations League campaign in September, and Hagi is considered one of the key figures in the squad. His absence from club action comes at a critical time as the international break approaches.
Alanyaspor have not provided a specific timeline for Hagi's return, but the club's statement indicated that both injured players are continuing their rehabilitation. The team will need to cope without the Romanian playmaker as they navigate the early stages of the Turkish league season.
For Gica Hagi, the news adds to the pressure ahead of Romania's Nations League opener. The coach has been monitoring his son's fitness closely, and the latest update suggests that Ianis may not be fully match-fit for the international fixtures. The Romanian Football Federation will be hoping for a swift recovery, as the midfielder's creativity and experience are seen as vital to the national team's ambitions in the competition.
