FC Barcelona experienced a forgettable afternoon next weekend in the game against Leganés. Besides the defeat (1-0) to the Madrid team at Camp Nou, an injury to Lamine Yamal has set off alarms at the Catalonian club. The young talent, only 17 years old, suffered a blow to the ankle that left players, coaching staff, and fans on edge.
An Unexpected Blow
The incident occurred in the first half of the match. Lamine Yamal received a blow to his right ankle and, at first, asked not to be assisted to on the field.
Although he requested a substitution, a few seconds later he decided to continue playing. However, at the end of the first half, the player left the field limping. This concerned the coaching staff, who decided that the young player wouldn't return to play in the second half.
A Forced Substitution and a Worrying Image
In the 75th minute, Hansi Flick decided to make the change and replaced Lamine Yamal with another player. The image of the young player on the bench, with his right boot removed and his foot elevated, caused great uncertainty at FC Barcelona.
The concern increased even more when Marcus Sorg, the German coach's assistant, commented on the situation: "He told us he had problems, but he said he was fine. We have to wait with Lamine, I don't know if he's okay, we'll wait for the medical tests."
Immediate Future in Jeopardy
Yamal's situation becomes a crucial issue for Barcelona at this point in the season. The potential injury of the talented forward comes at a delicate moment. Next Saturday, FC Barcelona is facing Atlético de Madrid in a key match for the LaLiga title race.
Both teams are tied on points, but Atlético has one less game. The absence of Lamine Yamal would be a blow for Barcelona, losing a key piece in their attack.
The Wait for Medical Exams
Now, everything depends on the medical exams that will be conducted on the player in the coming hours. If the tests confirm a serious injury, FC Barcelona might be forced to rethink its offensive options for the crucial match against Atlético de Madrid.
Both Deco, the club's sporting director, and Hansi Flick will be closely monitoring the evolution of the situation. The concern for Lamine Yamal's health is evident and his absence could alter the team's plans for the remainder of the season.