Danish club FC Midtjylland has confirmed that midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition after being seriously injured in a stabbing incident in the early hours of Sunday morning. The 19 year old, who is originally from Guinea Bissau, was attacked in Herning, the central Danish city where the club is based. Emergency services responded quickly and Djabi was taken to hospital, where he underwent immediate medical treatment following the severity of his injuries.
Medical staff carried out emergency surgery shortly after his admission, with the player later undergoing a second operation to stabilize his condition. Club officials stated that Djabi had initially been in critical condition but has since shown signs of improvement. He was placed in an induced coma following the incident, a standard precaution in severe trauma cases, before later regaining consciousness. The club confirmed that he is now awake and recovering under close medical supervision.
Djabi’s development has been closely followed since his move from the Benfica academy system in 2023, where he was regarded as a promising young talent. Before establishing himself at Midtjylland, he spent a loan spell with Portuguese side CD Mafra, gaining valuable first team experience in competitive league football. His transition to Danish football was seen as part of a long term development pathway aimed at integrating young international players into senior European competition.
During the current season, Djabi had already made an appearance in European competition, featuring in a Europa League match for Midtjylland, highlighting his gradual integration into the first team setup. Coaches at the club had been carefully managing his development, balancing youth progression with competitive exposure at both domestic and continental level. His versatility in midfield had made him a useful option for squad rotation across multiple competitions.
Authorities in Denmark are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack, with local police confirming that inquiries remain ongoing. The incident has sent shockwaves through the club and wider football community, prompting messages of support from teammates, staff, and fans. Midtjylland have stated that their priority is supporting Djabi and his family during his recovery while cooperating fully with law enforcement as the investigation progresses.
