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Portugal will be without Bernardo Silva for their Nations League match against Wales after the federation said he is not fit to play and has left camp for further medical checks in Madrid.
Portugal lose another senior player
The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the decision after medical examinations, but did not give details of the problem. Silva will continue his assessment under the medical staff at his club.
His absence adds to Roberto Martínez's selection problems. Rúben Dias and João Palhinha are both suspended for the Wales game, leaving Portugal without three experienced players.
Silva's fitness for club duty is also uncertain. He is due to be assessed in Madrid before a decision is made on whether he can face Celta Vigo next week.
Injury concerns after Denmark defeat
Silva had already played only a short part in Portugal's 4-1 defeat by Denmark. He came on in the 79th minute and scored Portugal's only goal in stoppage time.
The federation has not said how long he may be out, and it has given no further explanation of the injury issue.