CHENNAI: Chennaiyin FC have suffered a massive blow as their in-form Abdenasser El Khayati has been ruled out of the match against Mumbai City FC on Saturday owing to an injury. El Khayati has contributed immensely and left a great impression with his performance for Chennaiyin this season. The Dutch midfielder, who is playing in the ISL for the first time, is the leading goal-scorer in the season with seven goals so far.
"He (El Khayati) was in very good shape. But now we have to see how we can face Mumbai City with those players who are fit. I'm happy that Anirudh (Thapa) and Jiteshwor (Singh) are fit. They have invested a lot to bounce back into the squad. We have to look ahead and be confident that we can catch points in Mumbai," Brdaric said.
