FC Barcelona is hit by another injury setback, with a vital star officially out for the Girona clash in a pivotal La Liga week.
The international break’s “FIFA virus” has hit Hansi Flick’s squad hard, depleting their attacking options ahead of a packed schedule that includes Olympiacos and El Clasico.
With several stars sidelined, the latest blow forces Flick to lean on youth and limited senior options, testing the Blaugrana’s depth in a pivotal moment of their title campaign.
According to an official club statement, Ferran Torres will miss the Girona clash due to precautionary measures following a hamstring overload in his left leg, sustained during Spain’s international camp.
The 25-year-old forward, who returned early after medical assessments confirmed no structural injury, has lingering discomfort.
“Ferran Torres will miss tomorrow’s match against Girona as a precaution, due to discomfort stemming from the hamstring overload,” the statement read.
Torres’ unavailability joins Raphinha (hamstring) and Robert Lewandowski (thigh tear) on the sidelines, leaving Lamine Yamal, Marcus Rashford, and Roony Bardghji as the primary attacking options.
Dani Olmo’s calf injury and Fermin Lopez’s recent return further strain Flick’s choices.
Torres, with three goals and two assists in 10 games, has been a key part of Flick’s high-pressing system, and his absence challenges Barcelona’s ability to break down Girona’s organized defense.
Flick’s cautious approach, shaped by past injury mishaps, underscores the need to protect Torres for upcoming fixtures like El Clasico on October 26.
La Masia talents like Pedro Fernandez Dro and Toni Fernandez, who trained with the first team, offer hope, but the lack of experienced attackers tests Barcelona’s resilience.
As they aim to maintain their La Liga lead, Flick’s reliance on youth and careful management will be critical to navigating this setback and sustaining their title charge.
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