Ferran Torres faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after Barcelona officially confirmed the winger’s full injury recovery timeline.
The Catalans released their squad list for the UEFA Champions League league-phase trip to Slavia Prague and immediately raised eyebrows with the omission of a forward who has been central to their recent scoring surge.
The update arrived soon after in the form of a detailed medical statement from the club.
That statement clarified that Ferran has suffered a strain in the semimembranosus muscle of his right leg and will be sidelined for approximately ten days.
Barcelona confirmed that while Raphinha has been medically cleared to return, Ferran Torres will miss the upcoming fixtures as he begins treatment and recovery work in Catalonia, as per the official club statement.
The Spaniard has been enjoying a standout campaign with 15 goals in all competitions, making the timing of this setback particularly frustrating for player and coach alike.
A ten-day layoff rules Ferran Torres out of two immediate games: the trip to Prague in the Champions League and the weekend La Liga clash away to Real Oviedo.
There is cautious optimism that he could be back in contention for next week’s European meeting with FC Copenhagen at the Spotify Camp Nou, but his availability will depend on how the muscle responds over the coming days.
Medical staff are intent on avoiding any rush that might convert a minor strain into a longer-term issue.
In the meantime, Robert Lewandowski is expected to carry the load as Barcelona’s No. 9, with Raphinha’s return easing the blow out wide and Marcus Rashford, Dani Olmo, or Roony Bardghji likely to see increased minutes.
Hansi Flick must navigate a key phase of the season with a slightly thinner frontline, leaning on depth and La Masia energy to keep Barcelona on track in both La Liga and Europe until Ferran’s projected comeback window opens.
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