Barcelona midfielder almost certain to miss Real Madrid clash; likely to return vs Elche | OneFootball

As confirmed by FC Barcelona earlier today, medical tests have revealed that Dani Olmo has suffered an injury to the soleus muscle in his left leg.

However, the club did not provide a specific recovery timeline for the Spanish international, who suffered the injury while training with the national team camp.

But with Olmo not suffering a tear, it has been suggested that he could return in 2-3 weeks, making his presence for El Clasico on 26 October a touch-and-go.

Olmo almost ruled out against Real Madrid

However, according to the latest update from Javi Miguel of AS, given that El Clasico is only 13 days away, it now appears almost impossible for Olmo to recover in time for the match, especially considering his previous injury record.

If the recovery timeline proceeds as expected, the 27-year-old playmaker will likely miss a maximum of three matches – Girona, Olympiacos, and Real Madrid.

All indications suggest that he could return on 2 November for the La Liga fixture against Elche at Montjuic.

Unlikely to return for El Clasico. (Photo by Paul Miller/Getty Images)

Olmo had become a regular starter in recent games, following the injury to Fermin Lopez. However, his form had not been inspiring confidence.

In ten matches across all competitions, the former RB Leipzig star has managed only one goal and two assists, while his overall game has also been found lacking.

Barcelona will hope to have Olmo back at his peak form when he makes his comeback from injury, potentially next month against Elche.

What about the others?

Meanwhile, Barcelona are likely to recover Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez for the upcoming game against Girona, with the pair resuming training normally today. Raphinha, too, could return.

Ferran Torres, who returned from the Spain camp with muscle overload today, has no injury and is also expected to be available on Saturday.

Gavi, Joan Garcia, and Marc-Andre ter Stegen remain unavailable.