AS Monaco Eric Dier sidelined weeks before UEFA Europa Conference fixtures

AS Monaco Eric Dier will miss two to three weeks after a quadriceps injury, a blow that comes just before the club’s UEFA Europa Conference League fixtures. The 32‑year‑old England international was hurt in training on Wednesday, days before Monaco’s Thursday clash with CSKA Sofia.

Injury confirmed by the manager

Filipe Luís disclosed the setback during Saturday’s press conference, confirming that the former Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich defender is expected to be out for around two to three weeks. “It could be more, it could be less,” the Monaco manager added, underscoring the uncertainty surrounding Dier’s recovery.

Impact on upcoming schedule

The timing is inconvenient, as Monaco face further UECL matches against Freiburg and Nordsjaelland before the international break that starts on 9 November. Dier now faces a race against time to return before the break.

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Monaco have defensive cover in Mohammed Salisu and Christian Mawissa, but the loss of a seasoned England international could affect the team’s stability.

Luís highlighted Dier’s experience, noting his previous spells at Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich, clubs where he developed the qualities that have made him a mainstay in Monaco’s back line this season.

While the injury is a setback, the club remains confident that the squad can cope until Dier’s anticipated return.