Barcelona expect key superstar to return from injury against Levante | OneFootball

FC Barcelona have been without their key midfielder Pedri for the last four matches as the Spaniard has been out due to a hamstring injury.

The 23-year-old superstar sustained the injury during the UEFA Champions League clash against Slavia Prague, which came as a blow for the Catalans.

Despite his absence, Barça have pulled through strongly, winning each of their four games since, but Hansi Flick & co. are eagerly waiting for the midfield ace to be back.

Pedri to return against Levante

Now, according to Mundo Deportivo, Pedri’s possible return is being targeted for the game against Levante later this month.

The midfielder has already resumed training on the pitch, and a return could be on the horizon.

So far, the Barcelona maestro has missed the matches against Real Oviedo, FC Copenhagen, Elche and Albacete across all competitions.

Pedri to return against Levante. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

He will be unavailable to face Mallorca this weekend as well, and he is unlikely to be rushed for the subsequent La Liga game against Girona on 16 February.

It would also mean that Pedri will miss the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals scheduled for next midweek.

As things stand, the idea is for the Spanish international to make his comeback against Levante – the game where Barça could also welcome 62,000 fans back at the Spotify Camp Nou.

So far this term, Pedri has played 25 matches in all competitions, registering a return of two goals and eight assists in the process. His return will be a big boost as Barcelona continue to challenge on all fronts.

Meanwhile, Pedri’s close friend Gavi is also closing in on his comeback and is expected to make his return to group training in the coming weeks.