Barcelona is facing numerous problems with injuries on the eve of a major confrontation against Real Madrid, which takes place Sunday from 9:00, within the 10th lap of La League.
The Catalans await the lifeline at the top of the table, with six points ahead of the Madrillians, but the physical state of some football players is making preparations difficult for coach Hansi Flick.
Concerns increased after the 4-2 defeat of Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, which ended Barcelona’s 11 consecutive series in all races.
Midfielder Dani Olmo was forced to leave the field in inter-part areas and is expected to be missing for about a month.
There is also doubt about 19-year-old defender Xavi Esspart, who was replaced during the match in Paris due to a problem on his ankle. His condition is being assessed and it is not yet known whether he will be available for El Classico.
Espart has shown good performance this season, marking two goals and recording two assistings, what has made an increasingly important player for the Catalan team.
His potential absence would be another blow to the defence of Barcelona, which is already facing the shortages of Jules Counde and Eric Garcias.
In the face of these difficulties, Flick may be forced to make changes in the defensive department for a duel that may have a significant impact on the title race.
Barcelona aims to exploit the six-point advantage and protect the head of the table, while Real Madrid will seek victory to narrow the gap against the eternal rival.
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