Major worry for Barcelona as key duo picks up injury vs Atletico Madrid | OneFootball

Barcelona were able to extend their lead at the top of the La Liga table by seven points, thanks to a win over Atletico Madrid this weekend.

However, the win came at a cost, with two of their key players picking up injuries that could cause major headaches for coach Hansi Flick.

Araujo and Bernal pick up fresh knocks

The two players in question are Ronald Araujo and Marc Bernal, both of whom endured knocks against Atletico Madrid.

According to Diario AS, Araujo, who started the game, picked up a hamstring injury towards the end of the first half and was replaced by Bernal.

It appears the defender had felt a twinge in his left hamstring but continued for another ten minutes before asking to be substituted.

Ronald Araujo picked up an injury vs Atletico Madrid. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

However, the report adds that Araujo’s injury doesn’t appear to be serious, but we will have to wait for tests to confirm the same.

Barcelona’s second blow on the night came when Bernal, too, asked to be substituted around the hour mark after picking up a sprained ankle.

The youngster will undergo tests, which will confirm the extent of his injury. But everything suggests he could be ruled out for the upcoming game against Atletico Madrid, in the UEFA Champions League.

The injury to these two players could serve as a major blow for a Barcelona side that was hoping to have their key players available during the final stretch of the season.

Bernal’s injury, in particular, could be a major blow as it leaves Hansi Flick with minimal options in the middle of the park, especially with Frenkie de Jong also injured.