Barcelona forward Ansu Fati has been sidelined for approximately four weeks after suffering a muscle injury to his right thigh during a training session on Wednesday.
The setback affects the biceps femoris muscle, one of the critical muscles in the hamstring, and will keep the 21-year-old off the field as he undergoes rehabilitation.
The club announced Fati’s injuries on its website and social media handles on Wednesday.
Fati’s injury is another blow to Barcelona’s depth.
Fati, once hailed as a young star in the making, has battled a string of injuries in recent years that have hindered his progress.
His recovery will be closely monitored by Barcelona’s medical team, who are expected to chart a cautious approach to prevent any recurrence.
Barcelona’s attack will face added pressure to perform without the star’s dynamic presence in the upcoming weeks, with key La Liga and Champions League fixtures on the horizon.
The club will look to its bench for solutions as they aim to maintain momentum in his absence.