Softfootball understands that Barcelona has confirmed that Ferran Torres will be out for ten days after picking up a strain in the semimembranosus muscle of his right leg in Barcelona’s 2-1 defeat to Real Sociedad.
That means he won’t feature in some big games, like the Champions League clash with Slavia Prague and the La Liga tie against Real Oviedo.
It’s really unlucky for Torres, who’s had a few muscular injuries in past seasons. His absence adds more pressure on Barcelona’s attack, especially with tough games coming up both in Europe and in La Liga.
On the upside, Raphinha is finally back. The Brazilian winger had been out with a minor thigh knock, but he’s now fit and ready for the squad, starting with the Champions League game against Slavia Prague. This was confirmed by the club via their official X account.
They posted:
INJURY UPDATE Raphinha has been given the medical all-clear, while Ferran Torres has suffered an injury to the semimembranosus muscle in his right leg and will be unavailable, with an estimated recovery time of around ten days.
His return is a boost for Barcelona’s wings and adds some balance to the team’s attacking setup, which will be helpful with Torres out.
With Torres on the sidelines, Robert Lewandowski is expected to keep leading the attack. The Polish striker is still central to Barcelona’s game plan, and having Raphinha back gives Flick more options on the flanks. This duo will be key as the team deals with a packed schedule across both competitions.
Torres’ injury is a blow, but at least Raphinha’s return eases some of the pressure. The next few days are going to be important for monitoring Torres’ recovery, and fans will be hoping he’s back sooner rather than later.
