Barcelona confirmed that teenage star Lamine Yamal is sidelined with discomfort in the pubic area. The 17-year-old forward cannot train or play at the moment. He will miss the La Liga clash with Valencia and is doubtful for the upcoming Champions League meeting with Newcastle United. The club said his return depends on how his condition evolves.
The problem first appeared during the recent international break. Yamal was already in pain but still featured in both of Spain’s fixtures. He played through the discomfort with the help of painkillers, raising concerns that the workload made the issue worse.
His absence comes at a difficult time for Barcelona. With key fixtures ahead, including the Champions League tie against Newcastle and the league game with Valencia, the team must adjust in attack. Flick may turn to Ferran Torres, Raphinha, or young players from the academy to cover Yamal’s role on the wing.