FC Barcelona have confirmed a big double damage setback by way of thier official x deal with after each Jules Koundé and Alejandro Balde sustained hamstring accidents throughout the Copa del Rey semi-final second leg in opposition to Atlético Madrid.
Barcelona’s assertion:
𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 First-team participant Alejandro Balde has suffered a distal hamstring (biceps femoris) damage in his left thigh. Examinations point out that the restoration course of will take roughly 4 weeks.
The Catalan aspect endured a dramatic and bodily demanding encounter at Camp Nou, securing a 3–0 victory on the evening however exiting the competitors 4–3 on combination following their heavy first-leg defeat. Nevertheless, the quick concern for head coach Hansi Flick is the defensive toll taken throughout the match.
Softfootball earlier reported that Koundé was compelled off contained in the opening quarter-hour after showing to really feel discomfort in his left thigh. Balde was launched as his alternative, just for the Spanish worldwide to undergo an identical destiny later within the contest.
After initially offering attacking impetus down the left flank, Balde was withdrawn within the 71st minute, with Ronald Araújo getting into the fray to assist see out the match.
Following medical examinations carried out on the membership’s coaching services, Barcelona launched an in depth assertion outlining the diagnoses.
After checks carried out on Wednesday on the gamers Jules Koundé and Alejandro Balde, it was revealed that the French defender has an damage to the mid-third of the biceps femoris muscle in his left hamstring. His restoration will dictate his return to motion.
Whereas Koundé’s return date stays unsure and can depend upon his rehabilitation progress, Balde is now anticipated to overlook roughly a month of motion.
The double setback presents a substantial tactical problem for Flick, significantly given Balde’s significance as an attacking outlet and Koundé’s versatility throughout the backline.
Barcelona, presently competing on the prime finish of La Liga and navigating essential home and European fixtures, now face the prospect of reshuffling their defensive construction throughout a decisive section of the marketing campaign.
Dropping two established starters in the identical fixture underscores the bodily calls for of the schedule and leaves the squad depth set to be examined within the weeks forward.
With key matches approaching throughout competitions, the Blaugrana should now adapt rapidly as they goal to take care of momentum regardless of this defensive double blow.
