Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi survives stabbing attack
FC Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition after undergoing two life-saving surgeries following a stabbing attack in the Danish city of Herning early on Sunday morning.
The 19-year-old was initially placed in an induced coma following the assault, which occurred at approximately 03:30 local time.
Danish police are now actively searching for a 20-year-old male suspect in connection with the ongoing criminal investigation.
Midtjylland issue public update
The Danish Superliga outfit released an official statement confirming the severe nature of the weekend incident.
“Alamara Djabi was seriously injured in a stabbing and is now in stable condition after two operations.”
Club officials noted that the former academy prospect has successfully woken up and is progressing well given the traumatic circumstances.
The four-time Danish champions are working closely with local authorities and have requested total privacy for the player’s family.
European experience and loan spells
The Guinea-Bissau-born talent progressed through the youth ranks at the MCH Arena before making his senior professional debut last season.
He was subsequently sent on loan to Portuguese second-tier club Mafra to gain valuable first-team minutes.
The young midfielder has made just one competitive appearance this term, coming off the bench against KuPS during Europa League qualification.
Despite his limited domestic action, the teenager had been named as a substitute for recent continental clashes against Celtic, Roma, Genk and Dinamo Zagreb.
Focus turns to crucial title clash
Midtjylland confirmed that the recovering star had not been selected for recent first-team duties and was already absent from upcoming matchday plans.
“Our thoughts are with our teammate, his family and friends, and we wish him continued recovery.”
The reigning champions are currently battling to retain their domestic crown following their 2024 triumph.
They sit second in the Superliga table behind Aarhus Gymnastikforening, who they face in a vital top-of-the-table fixture on Sunday evening.
