Henrikh Mkhitaryan is currently out for the rest of the season after suffering a knee ligament injury during a friendly match against Bologna on Saturday.
The Armenian forward, who has been in excellent form this season, was seen limping off the pitch after being struck by a corner ball and appeared to be unable to continue playing despite being given treatment.
Mkhitaryan had previously announced his intention to retire from professional football at the end of the season, but it appears that he may have to wait until the end of the season before making his final decision.
It remains to be seen how long Mkhitaryan will be out of action,Serie A Overview as he has already missed two games this season due to injuries to his left knee and ankle. However, with the club facing financial difficulties and a lack of clear direction for their development plans, there is no reason why they should not look towards the future and try to find a way to replace him in the squad.
It is likely that the club will seek to sign a replacement for Mkhitaryan, although the exact nature of the contract and the terms of the deal will depend on various factors such as the player's previous experience and any potential interest from other clubs.