Inter Miami's Busquets Faces Potential Absence In Crucial Playoff Clash At Atlanta United
Midfielder sidelined with hamstring injury
Inter Miami could be without key midfielder Sergi Busquets for their crucial playoff clash against Atlanta United on Monday.
Busquets, 34, picked up a hamstring injury in training on Friday and is now a doubt for the match.
The former Barcelona star has been a key player for Inter Miami this season, making 24 appearances and scoring two goals.
His absence would be a major blow for Phil Neville's side, who are looking to reach the MLS Cup playoffs for the first time.
Inter Miami are currently sixth in the Eastern Conference, level on points with Atlanta United.
The winner of Monday's match will advance to the playoffs, while the loser will be eliminated.
If Busquets is unable to play, Neville could turn to Gregore or Jean Mota to replace him in midfield.
Gregore has been a regular starter for Inter Miami this season, while Mota has impressed in recent weeks.
Atlanta United will be hoping to take advantage of Busquets' absence and secure a victory.
The Five Stripes are in good form, having won their last two matches.
Josef Martinez is in excellent goalscoring form for Atlanta United, having scored in each of his last two matches.
The Venezuelan international will be looking to add to his tally against Inter Miami and help his side reach the playoffs.