Fermin Lopez sends positive recovery message: ‘Don’t worry, I’ll be back soon’ | OneFootball

Almost a month after undergoing surgery on a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot, FC Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez has offered an encouraging update on his recovery.

The injury forced the La Masia graduate to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but his latest message suggests he is fully focused on making a swift return.

Emotional message to fans

On Thursday, the Andalusian midfielder shared a heartfelt post on social media, reassuring supporters with a simple but optimistic message:

“Don’t worry, I’ll be back soon,” he wrote on Instagram.

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Fermin accompanied the message with an emotional video that began with him kissing the Barcelona badge before transitioning into a compilation of some of his standout moments from the season.

The footage featured several of his goals, trophy celebrations and memorable performances, serving as a reminder of the impact he made before his injury setback.

The post quickly attracted attention from teammates and supporters alike, but one response stood out above the rest.

Barcelona show their confidence

Barcelona themselves replied publicly to Fermin’s message with a short but powerful response:

“We have no doubt.”

The club’s reaction reflects the confidence within the organisation that the midfielder will make a full recovery and return to playing an important role under Hansi Flick.

On course for pre-season return

Current expectations suggest that Fermin should be fully fit in time for the start of Barcelona’s pre-season preparations, which are scheduled to begin on 13 July.

Although the club did not officially announce a specific recovery timetable following his operation, medical forecasts have pointed towards a rehabilitation period of between six and eight weeks.

If those estimates prove accurate, the midfielder could rejoin full team training in time for the summer programme and begin preparing for the new campaign alongside the rest of the squad.

The injury was a frustrating setback for Fermin, particularly as it ruled him out of the World Cup. However, his latest update demonstrates both his determination and positivity during recovery.

Barcelona view the 22-year-old as an important part of the squad’s future, and all indications suggest he remains on track to return ahead of the new season.

For now, the message from both player and club is clear: Fermin’s recovery is progressing well and his comeback is getting closer.