Barcelona is caught up in a huge dilemma regarding their first leg in the UEFA Champions League Semifinal against Inter Milan.
They are sweating over one incumbent defender.
However, when it comes to game day, Barcelona will not know the final decision until the last minute.
Barcelona has been watching over one of their defender players due to injury concerns on the left side.
With all of the measures the Barcelona medical staff are taking, they know all it takes is one blip for their player to be out for months.
The player who is on the watch list is young left-back Alejandro Balde, who suffered a hamstring injury in their last game against Leganes about three weeks ago.
Balde may not be available for the game against Inter Milan, but there seems to be a glimmer of hope, as reported by AS.
Balde will be meeting with the medical team and will make a final decision before the game.
Balde cannot wait to get back, especially with such a big fixture coming up.
However, Barcelona’s main priority is his long-term fitness, as hamstring injuries can be sensitive.
Barcelona fully understands that if they rush this return, it can lead to a relapse, which would be a harder setback.
If he is deemed not fit enough, most likely he will be delayed for the weekend’s match of La Liga against Real Valladolid.
While losing him for Inter would hurt, the extended time could guarantee he is at his best when the second leg comes around.
When tied to their choices, Barcelona is being careful and thoughtful about their players’ health, regardless of the stakes.
Supporters will be hoping for good news, but ultimately, the club will go with what matters most for Balde’s future, and not just one match.
The next 24 hours will be critical, whether Balde returns to action or if Barcelona sits tight and waits a little longer.
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