Barcelona’s injury crisis could create more opportunities for La Masia
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5-second readFC Barcelona have been hit hard with injuries to key players in recent weeks, complicating matters for Hansi Flick.
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FC Barcelona have been hit hard with injuries to key players in recent weeks, complicating matters for Hansi Flick. A week ago, the Catalans lost their primary right-back options Eric Garcia and Jules Kounde to injuries in the Real Betis encounter, affecting the team’s balance in the game against Paris Saint-Germain.
In Paris, Dani Olmo suffered an injury that will keep him out for a prolonged period, and during Sunday’s El Clasico defeat to Real Madrid, Xavi Espart became the latest victim.
The injury situation, particularly in defence, presents a huge challenge for the team. With several senior players unavailable, Flick is preparing to rely more heavily on La Masia as Barcelona navigate their upcoming matches, reports SPORT.
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Barca Universal · rumour · 2026-10-26 20:00 UTC
Five La Masia talents Hansi Flick could turn to amid Barcelona’s defensive injury crisis ↗
Xavi Espart’s injury in Barcelona’s El Clasico defeat has created another selection problem for Hansi Flick, with the young defender expected to miss close to two months. Although Jules Kounde is approaching a return, Eric Garcia and Andrea
Barca Universal · reported · 2026-10-26 14:45 UTC
Barcelona’s injury crisis could create more opportunities for La Masia ↗
FC Barcelona have been hit hard with injuries to key players in recent weeks, complicating matters for Hansi Flick. A week ago, the Catalans lost their primary right-back options Eric Garcia and Jules Kounde to injuries in the Real Betis
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