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Fakayejo Paul
FC Barcelona have officially confirmed that young defender Xavi Espart faces approximately seven weeks out after medical examinations revealed an injury to the syndesmosis joint in his right ankle.
The 18-year-old La Masia graduate sustained the high ankle sprain during a collision in the first half of Sunday’s El Clásico against Real Madrid, forcing him off after 30 minutes.
Medical Update & Timeline
- Official Diagnosis:Tests carried out by Barça’s medical staff confirmed a syndesmosis joint injury in his right ankle resulting from a heavy challenge.
- Estimated Absence:The club expects his recovery process to take around seven weeks, which targets a potential return in mid-December.
- Tactical Adjustment:With Espart sidelined, Hansi Flick is expected to shift João Cancelo back to right-back while relying on Alejandro Balde at left-back.