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Classic match between Samu and Sporting may be Samu's absence

Dutch striker Luuk de Jong emerges as the primary contender to occupy the 'number nine' spot, with Denis Güçlü also in contention, following the departure of the Spanish international.

"Samu may not appear in the conventional match versus Sporting"
"Samu may not appear in the conventional match versus Sporting"

Classic match between Samu and Sporting may be Samu's absence

FC Porto Suffer Injury Blow Ahead of Sunday's I Liga Clash

Samu Aghehowa, a Spanish player for FC Porto, has been ruled out for 3 to 4 weeks due to a muscle tear injury sustained during the match against Gil Vicente in the second round of the I Liga football league, held in Barcelos on Monday.

The injury occurred in the first half, forcing Samu to leave the field at the 30-minute mark. A medical report has confirmed the injury, which is located on the anterior face of his left thigh.

FC Porto managed to secure a 2-0 victory over Gil Vicente in the match, but Samu's absence was noticeable in their subsequent game against Casa Pia.

With Samu out, Luuk de Jong is set to take up the 'number nine' position, with Denis Güç likely to partner with him in the attack. FC Porto has a day off before resuming training at Olival to prepare for the Casa Pia game.

The exact location of the Casa Pia game is not specified in the provided text. However, FC Porto will play Casa Pia in the third round of the I Liga on Sunday. Samu's participation in the 'classico' against Sporting on August 30 is also at risk due to his injury.

FC Porto will be hoping for a swift recovery for Samu, as they look to maintain their form in the I Liga. The team will be relying on Luuk de Jong and Denis Güç to fill the void left by the injured Spaniard.

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