Barcelona midfielder in emotional distress after injury blow; set for surgery today | OneFootball

Fermin Lopez experienced football’s harshest side last Sunday during the La Liga game between FC Barcelona and Real Betis.

During the game, the midfielder suffered a blow to his foot and had to be withdrawn at half-time.

Tests yesterday confirmed that the academy graduate suffered a fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot and had to undergo surgery. With a recovery timeline of close to two months, Fermin’s World Cup hopes were dashed.

Fermin going through a difficult time

Given the situation, SPORT reports that the emotional impact of this injury arriving at the end of the season has been enormous for Fermin, who now misses what would have been his first World Cup.

The attacking midfielder had been considered a certainty for Luis de la Fuente’s Spain squad after previously winning Euro 2024 and also becoming an Olympic champion in the same year.

Fermin is devastated after his injury setback. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

As such, the news came as a huge blow for the Barcelona star. He has chosen to completely disconnect for a few days before undergoing surgery and maintain a low profile, because emotionally, he is not in the mood for much at the moment.

So far, there have been no messages on social media and no information beyond what is strictly necessary. The setback has been extremely difficult both for him and those around him.

Surgery later today

As per the report, Fermin’s operation is scheduled for this evening at 6:00 p.m., and the Barcelona star will spend one night in the hospital before returning home.

From there, once the stitches are removed, he will be able to begin gym work to avoid losing muscle mass.

Even with a positive prognosis, it appears likely that Fermin will return around July 15, when the available squad members are expected to undergo medical examinations before the start of preseason.

Fermin will undergo surgery today. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

After the operation, Fermin plans to return to his hometown region of Huelva to begin his recovery process. Before that, however, he will remain in Barcelona for a few days during the immediate postoperative period.

He will recover under the supervision of Barcelona staff members, who will remain by his side throughout the process. The club believe that, as happened with Raphinha during his recovery from an injury suffered with Brazil, being close to family can have a positive impact mentally.

Barcelona will provide him with all possible resources and believe the best way for him to overcome this difficult period is by being surrounded by loved ones while continuing to work toward returning stronger in every way.