Barcelona will face Real Madrid on Sunday with several key players sidelined due to injuries, including Robert Lewandowski, Gavi, and Marc-André ter Stegen.
Barcelona are facing a major injury setback ahead of their crucial La Liga clash with Real Madrid on Sunday, according to Sports Illustrated. Hansi Flick’s side could leapfrog their rivals with a win at the Santiago Bernabéu, but injuries threaten to derail their title charge.
Marc-André ter Stegen
Status: Out
Return: Unknown
The German goalkeeper remains sidelined following back surgery in July and is not expected back until the end of the year.
Joan García
Status: Out
Return: Late November
Signed to strengthen Barça’s goalkeeping options, García underwent knee surgery and won’t return until after the international break.
Gavi
Status: Out
Return: Unknown
The young midfielder is out for five months after knee surgery, though he avoided an ACL tear.
Dani Olmo
Status: Out
Return: November
Olmo suffered a setback while on duty with Spain and will miss El Clásico.
Raphinha
Status: Doubt
Return: Oct. 26 vs Real Madrid
Still recovering from a hamstring injury, the Brazilian is a major doubt for Sunday’s clash.
Robert Lewandowski
Status: Out
Return: Mid-November
The Polish striker is sidelined with a hamstring issue sustained during international duty.