Mohammed Salisu
ASM
Effective in loss
Salisu recorded one tackle (one won), six clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Lorient. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.
Analysis: Salisu delivered a solid performance in 66 minutes Sunday, recording six clearances, one tackle won and three interceptions. He continues to work his way back from ACL surgery, making his second league appearance and first start of the season. The defender will look to earn a larger role as he continues to regain fitness.
First minutes since ACL tear
Salisu played his first minutes in Friday's 2-1 win over Lens after a lengthy 258 day recovery from his ACL injury, according to the club.
Analysis: Salisu had been a mainstay in Monaco's defense before the injury, and could compete for a starting role once back to full speed under new coach Filipe Luis. His long awaited return marks a major milestone after tearing the ACL in his left knee back in January, and his workload should continue to build gradually as he works his way back into regular contention.
Option off bench
Salisu (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's Ligue 1 clash against Strasbourg.
Analysis: Salisu returned to the matchday squad for the first time since tearing the ACL in his left knee in January, earning a spot among the substitutes as he takes the first step in his comeback from such a lengthy absence. The Ghana international had established himself as a regular before the injury, but Eric Dier and Sadibou Sane are expected to continue as Monaco's preferred central defensive partnership, leaving Salisu in a reserve role initially as his minutes are managed carefully.
Returns to squad
Salisu (knee) has been included in Monaco's squad for Saturday's Ligue 1 clash against Strasbourg, marking his return after a lengthy absence due to a torn ACL.
Analysis: Salisu is in a matchday squad for the first time since tearing the ACL in his left knee in January, representing a major step after spending much of the year on the sidelines. The Ghana international had established himself as a regular before the injury, but his minutes are likely to be managed carefully following such a lengthy absence. Eric Dier and Sadibou Sane currently form Monaco's preferred central defensive partnership, leaving Salisu in a reserve role initially, though he could gradually push for more playing time as he rebuilds his match fitness over the course of the season.
Continues comeback in training
Salisu (knee) is progressing in his recovery from a torn ACL, having rejoined Monaco's group training after also missing the 2026 World Cup, according to RMC Sport.
Analysis: Salisu tore the ACL in his left knee on Jan. 3 during a loss to Lyon, undergoing surgery the following day, after starting all 18 matches he played that season, a mark of how important he'd become to Monaco's backline. New coach Filipe Luis has already made clear he views the defender's experience as a real asset heading into the new campaign, with a return to competitive action hoped for before the September international break, even if a full return to form will take longer. Salisu is expected to continue his buildup toward full training in the coming weeks.
Back on grass with ball
Salisu (knee) was spotted training on the grass with the ball Thursday, marking another step forward in his recovery from the ACL tear he suffered at the start of the year, the club posted.
Analysis: Salisu has been making steady progress through his rehabilitation after the serious knee injury, and getting back on the pitch with the ball is a meaningful milestone after earlier stages of his recovery focused on bike work. The center-back remains several months away from returning to competitive action and is not expected back until the autumn at the earliest, but the encouraging trajectory of his recovery bodes well for his availability at the start of the 2026/27 campaign for Monaco.
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