Injuries at Barcelona are becoming increasingly concerning as the squad continues to be plagued by physical setbacks. The latest blow came when midfielder Fermin Lopez experienced a new muscular issue in his right thigh during a training session on Tuesday.
This setback adds to the growing list of wounded players and presents yet another hurdle for the team to overcome as they strive to maintain their competitiveness in upcoming matches.
He is expected to be out for around three weeks
The 21-year-old player, who played a crucial role in Spain’s victorious European Championships team, as well as clinching a gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics with the Under-23s, unfortunately sustained a left hamstring injury in September. Following assessments by Barcelona, it has been confirmed that he is expected to be sidelined for approximately three weeks.
Lopez has showcased his talent by scoring a total of 11 goals and contributing with one assist across 45 matches for the Catalans. His absence due to injury will undoubtedly be felt by the team, but his remarkable performances prior to this setback underline his importance to the squad.
Barcelona’s season has gotten off to an ideal start
The right hamstring injury that could keep new recruit Dani Olmo out of action for up to five weeks has also prevented other midfielders Gavi, Frenkie de Jong, and Marc Bernal, as well as defenders Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen from playing for the La Liga leaders.
Under the leadership of newly appointed manager, Hansi Flick, Barcelona has enjoyed a flawless beginning to the season, securing victory in all five matches and claiming the top spot in the La Liga standings with a four-point cushion over the reigning champion, Real Madrid.
Looking to carry their winning momentum into the international stage, the Catalan giants are gearing up to face French powerhouse Monaco in their debut Champions League fixture this Thursday. The clash against Monaco presents a significant challenge for Barcelona as they strive to showcase their dominance in European competition under Flick’s guidance.
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