FC Barcelona faces some injury concerns as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures, following their 3-1 La Liga victory over Elche.While Hansi Flick will have most of his squad available, several players are currently sidelined or recovering.
Raphinha and kounde injury Updates
raphinha was substituted during the match against Elche and has been diagnosed with a muscle overload. The club has confirmed that he is expected to be out for approximately one week, ruling him out of the Copa del Rey match against Albacete Balompie on Tuesday, February 3rd, which begins at 9:00 PM CET. FC barcelona Official Website
Jules Kounde also experienced an issue during the game, but reports from Mundo Deportivo indicate that he trained normally with the team and is highly likely to be available for the next match.
Pedri’s Return to Training
Good news for Barcelona fans as Pedri continues his recovery from a muscular injury sustained in the Champions League match against slavia Prague. According to Jijantes, the midfielder has returned to on-field training, though currently on an individual basis. He is expected to be fully fit towards the end of February.
Looking Ahead
Barcelona will need to navigate these injury challenges as they compete on multiple fronts. Raphinha’s absence is a significant blow, but the return of Pedri offers a positive outlook. The team will be aiming to progress in the Copa del Rey and maintain their momentum in La Liga.
key Takeaways
- Raphinha is expected to be sidelined for approximately one week with a muscle overload.
- Jules kounde is likely to be fit for the next match.
- Pedri is progressing well in his recovery and could return before the end of February.