Grêmio faces a significant setback with the injury of captain Arthur. The midfielder suffered a grade one strain of the right rectus femoris and is expected to be sidelined for an estimated period of two to three weeks, as officially announced by the club.

Arthur's injury was confirmed following his participation in the 0-0 draw against Palestino in the Sul-Americana, held in La Cisterna, Santiago. Although Grêmio's coach, Luís Castro, initially rested him, Arthur came on in the second half of the match, highlighting the perceived need for his presence on the field.

The absence of captain Arthur will directly impact Grêmio's schedule. In two weeks, the Tricolor Gaúcho will play the return leg of the fifth phase of the Copa do Brasil against Confiança at the Arena, having won the first encounter 2-0. Arthur's recovery will be crucial for the team's progression in the competition.

Should his recovery period extend to three weeks, Arthur would also miss the clash against Santos, scheduled for May 23, in the Brasileirão. The team will need to adapt and find tactical solutions to maintain performance without their on-field leader.

Without Arthur, Grêmio travels to Curitiba on Friday to face Athletico-PR at Arena da Baixada on Saturday at 20:30, in the 14th round of the Brasileiro. Currently in 11th place, the Immortal Tricolor aims to break a streak of over three months without an away win, an even greater challenge without its captain.

Grêmio's position in the Campeonato Brasileiro is delicate, and Arthur's injury adds further pressure. The club, striving to climb the table, will need to demonstrate resilience and squad depth to overcome this period without one of its most influential players.