🫣 Barça fear missing Yamal for CL opener in Newcastle | OneFootball

That would be really bitter! FC Barcelona will likely have to make their Champions League debut without superstar talent Lamine Yamal. The 17-year-old will probably not be in the squad for the upcoming Thursday (18th September) match against Newcastle United.

The winger got injured during a stint with the Spanish national team and already missed the LaLiga duel against FC Valencia. He has not returned to team training so far.

Although Yamal was working individually at the beginning of the week, he did not even appear on the training field on Tuesday – a clear sign that a deployment at St. James’ Park is hardly realistic. An official statement from the club is still pending, however.

Coach Hansi Flick does not want to rush anything in Yamal's case. Instead of a quick comeback, the complete recovery from the youngster's pubic bone problems should be the priority. The focus is therefore already on the upcoming matches against Getafe and Real Oviedo, where the offensive player could possibly be an option again.

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