Barcelona’s star striker, Robert Lewandowski has been diagnosed with a hamstring injury Cyber Reporters reports.
He is expected to miss crucial matches, including the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid and the Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan.
Lewandowski, Barcelona’s top scorer with 40 goals, was substituted during Saturday’s 4-3 win over Celta Vigo.
According to Spanish media, Lewandowski’s injury could keep him sidelined for three weeks.
Barcelona confirmed the injury, stating that tests revealed a semitendinosus injury in his left thigh, but didn’t specify a return date.
Lewandowski’s absence will likely impact Barcelona’s upcoming fixtures, including league matches against Mallorca and Valladolid.
Coach Hansi Flick may turn to Ferran Torres or Dani Olmo to fill the gap, having previously experimented with different formations.
Barcelona is chasing a potential quadruple, having recently won the Spanish Super Cup. They are in the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2019.
A potential return for Lewandowski could be against Real Madrid on May 11, a match that might decide the title race.
