A recent update on Barcelona’s Ferran Torres has shed more light on the injury he sustained during their La Liga match against Deportivo Alavés. Torres was forced off early after experiencing discomfort just minutes into the game.
Barcelona, seeking to strengthen their lead at the top of La Liga before the international break, entered the match in strong form, aiming for their eighth win out of nine games this season.
Robert Lewandowski stole the spotlight with a first-half hat-trick in the opening 32 minutes. However, despite Lewandowski’s standout performance, Ferran Torres’ injury cast a shadow on what was otherwise a positive evening for the club.
Torres had to leave the field just three minutes into the match, clutching his leg in obvious discomfort. It was later revealed that he had suffered a muscle injury.
Although Barcelona continued to dominate without him, Torres’ early exit raised concerns, especially with the October international break on the horizon.
According to initial reports from Barcelona insider Javier Miguel of Diario AS, Torres is dealing with an injury to the femoral biceps, which is expected to sideline him for about three weeks.
This diagnosis rules him out of Barcelona’s upcoming games and prevents him from joining the Spanish national team for their international fixtures.
Torres has been an important part of Barcelona’s squad, offering versatility across the attack. His absence will be a challenge for manager Hansi Flick as the team competes in both domestic and European competitions.
Although Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal provide quality, Torres’ ability to play centrally or on the wings makes him a crucial asset.
In his absence, Barcelona will need to rely on their squad depth. Players like Ansu Fati or Ferran Jutglà may be called upon to take on a larger role, while Raphinha and Yamal will also be vital to maintaining the team’s attacking strength.
Barcelona hopes that Torres’ injury does not worsen, allowing him to return after the international break for a key part of the season.
While the club and fans await further updates, there is optimism that the estimated three-week recovery will hold, though a longer absence could affect Barcelona’s competitive ambitions.
