Lekhwiya will be without Spanish defender Chico Flores, for up to six weeks as it was revealed the defender had injured his knee.

Medical examinations identified the unnamed injury to the left knee, meaning the former Swansea defender will be out between four and six weeks. Meaning he will miss the start of the Qatar Stars League Season, kicking off on the 11th of September. 

The player participated in the training session two days ago, but he felt some pains the very next day, as the injury was confirmed by Aspetar.Flores is scheduled to start his rehabilitation in the next three weeks.

Flores is considered one of the main players within the Lekhwiya squad, having helped his side win the domestic double last season.