New injury blow for Barcelona: Defender ruled out for two months with knee problem

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·15 novembre 2025

New injury blow for Barcelona: Defender ruled out for two months with knee problem

Hans Flick loses trusted option amid growing depth concerns at right back

New injury blow for Barcelona: Defender ruled out for two months with knee problem

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Barcelona have been hit with another injury setback as promising right back Xavi Espart has been ruled out for around two month after suffering knee injury in training according to Spanish outlet Sport.

Espart a standout from Barca Atletic, sustained the problem during Friday’s session with early indications pointing to issue in the right knee.

The club’s medical staff are yet to determine whether the ligament is involved opting for caution before issuing final diagnosis.

Espart’s injury adds to an already crowded medical room that includes:

🚨🚨| BREAKING: Xavi Espart picked up an injury during today’s Barça Atlètic training session and is expected to be sidelined for roughly two months. There are concerns about possible ligament damage. [@monfortcarlos] ⚠️
– samedi 15 novembre 2025