Barcelona star suffers knee meniscus tear, ruled out for 4–6 weeks

The conflict towards Actual Oviedo proved to be something however simple for FC Barcelona. Not solely had been the Catalans pressured right into a troublesome comeback, however the match additionally left them counting contemporary casualties on the damage entrance.

Whereas Raphinha’s bodily issues had been already a trigger for concernone other setback has now emerged with Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia. The extent of his concern has since been confirmed by the membership.

In keeping with Barcelona’s official medical assertionGarcia has suffered a tear of the interior meniscus in his left knee. He’ll bear arthroscopic surgical procedure carried out by Dr. Joan Carles Monllau, after which his restoration time is anticipated to vary between 4 and 6 weeks.

This timeline guidelines Garcia out of the upcoming UEFA Champions League conflict towards Paris Saint-Germain and makes it extremely uncertain that he’ll get better in time for the primary El Clásico of the season towards Actual Madrid in October.

The damage comes as a significant setback for Hansi Flick’s aspect, who’re already with out Gavi and Fermin Lopez. Nonetheless, there may be some constructive information for Barcelona, with each Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde recovering in time to return to motion.