West Bromwich Albion striker Salomon Rondon has pulled out of the Venezuela squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers through injury.
Rondon, 27, will miss his nation's games against Bolivia and Ecuador because of a hamstring strain.
However, West Brom say they are "optimistic" Rondon will be fit for their next Premier League outing against Burnley after the international break.
Forward @salorondon23 will miss Venezuela's @FIFAWorldCup qualifiers against Bolivia and Ecuador. More info https://t.co/F1iVdJNfL8#WBA pic.twitter.com/j9RhVrupyH
- West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) November 9, 2016
A statement on the club's website read: "The Baggies No. 9 did not travel to South America after the club reported the problem to the Venezuelan FA.
"Albion remain optimistic that rest and treatment will enable Rondon to feature when they return to Premier League action against Burnley on Monday, Nov. 21.''
Rondon has made 12 appearances for the Baggies this season and scored three goals.