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Fakayejo Paul
FC Barcelona have suffered a significant setback ahead of one of the season’s marquee fixtures, with medical tests confirming that Dani Olmo is set to miss the upcoming El Clásico.
The Spanish playmaker sustained an injury issue that will require approximately four weeks of recovery, ruling him out of Hansi Flick’s squad selections for the immediate future.
Recovery Timeline & Fixture Impact
- Expected Return: Medical staff estimate Olmo will complete his rehabilitation during the upcoming international window, targeting a return to the pitch immediately after the November international break.
- El Clásico Absence: The playmaker will sit out crucial domestic and European tests, most notably missing the highly anticipated clash against Real Madrid.
- Squad Depth Challenge: With Olmo sidelined alongside other recent fitness concerns, Hansi Flick will have to rely on his squad depth and tactical flexibility in midfield to maintain Barcelona’s momentum at the summit of La Liga.