๐จ Pedri Suffers Muscular Injury in El Clรกsico โ Set to Miss Key Matches
Barcelona have been dealt another setback as Pedri has sustained a muscular injury during the tense El Clรกsico clash against Real Madrid.
The midfielder was forced to leave the pitch after feeling discomfort in his leg, and medical tests carried out later confirmed the problem to be a muscular strain. While the exact grade of the injury has not been disclosed, the club has confirmed that Pedri will miss several upcoming fixtures as a precaution.
According to early assessments, Pedri is expected to be sidelined until after the international break, meaning he will miss three important matches:
- โ Elche (La Liga)
- โ Club Brugge (Champions League)
- โ Celta Vigo (La Liga)
The 22-year-oldโs recovery timeline will depend on how his body responds to treatment, but sources within the club have suggested that Barcelonaโs medical team will not take any risks given his previous injury record.
Pedriโs absence comes at a crucial time for manager Hansi Flick, who has been trying to maintain consistency in midfield amid a congested fixture schedule. With Gavi already out long-term and Frenkie de Jong recently returning from injury, Pedriโs setback limits Barcelonaโs creative options in the middle of the park.
Despite the frustration, the mood within the camp remains optimistic. The medical staff expect Pedri to return fully fit after the international break, aiming to rejoin the squad before the next major run of fixtures later in November.
Pedri has been one of Barcelonaโs standout performers this season, and his absence will be felt both in terms of creativity and rhythm. The club hopes that careful management this time will finally allow him to enjoy a sustained run of games when he returns
