"It must be noted that the 2025/26 season has been challenging for Flick in terms of injuries. As such, Dani Olmo was confirmed injured during the recent international break, followed by Robert Lewandowski with a torn hamstring, ruling both out for the El Clasico. Adding to these absences, goalkeeper Joan Garcia and midfielder Gavi are also unavailable. These key injuries have complicated preparations for Barcelona ahead of one of the biggest fixtures in Spanish football."
"The club had initially hoped Raphinha would recover in about three weeks, which would have been October 17, but recovery has taken slightly longer than expected. As reported before, he is completely ruled out of Saturday's match against Girona, and he will definitely miss the Champions League clash against Olympiacos at Montjuic on Tuesday. Despite this, sources from the dressing room indicate that Raphinha still has a chance of being fit for the El Clasico."
Hansi Flick is optimistic that Raphinha could recover in time for the El Clasico on October 26 despite a torn hamstring in his right leg. Raphinha remains sidelined and will miss the upcoming Girona match and the Champions League fixture against Olympiacos. The season has seen several injuries: Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski are ruled out for the El Clasico, while goalkeeper Joan Garcia and midfielder Gavi are also unavailable. The club initially expected a three-week recovery but progress has been slower. Careful rehabilitation management underpins hopes for a late return that would bolster Barcelona's creativity and attacking threat against Real Madrid.
Read at Barca Universal
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