Barcelona suffer injury setback as key midfielder limps off against Osasuna | OneFootball

It is currently half-time in the game between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna that is taking place at the Montjuic Stadium. A comfortable 2-0 lead is what La Blaugrana have at the moment, and things are going smoothly thanks to their starting eleven. However, Barcelona will need to keep this momentum going to finish this game strongly.

The first goal came through Ferran Torres, as he was provided a beautiful cross by Alejandro Balde. A move started by Frenkie de Jong, it was a beautiful showcased of technical ability and awareness from every player involved, and it got Barcelona going.

Shortly afterwards, Pedri and Dani Olmo combined to get Barça a penalty following a foul from the Osasuna goalkeeper. The first penalty from Olmo was saved, but it was retaken due to encroachment from the Osasuna defender who ended up clearing the ball. This time around, however, Olmo made no mistakes.

Unfortunately for the Spaniard, that was to be his last major contribution in the game. Even before the 30th minute mark, as highlighted by SPORT, the player was down on the ground and requested to be taken off and seemed to be dealing with a new injury out of nowhere.

While it is not confirmed yet, the report states that it seems to be an issue with his right thigh adductor. Now, without any other sources to confirm this, SPORT reports that it is likely that the player could even end up being sidelined for several weeks.

A massive blow to Hansi Flick’s team if this is true, as Barcelona are now in the final stretch of the season. Big games are coming up ahead, and even a single slip-up at any point could be devastating for a team that is competing for every title against some very strong opponents.

As for Olmo’s injury, further tests are pending to confirm the extend of his injury. More reports will likely come out and further context will be provided as to what exactly the player’s injury is and exactly how long he can potentially be sidelined for.