The Barcelona team is growing increasingly concerned that Robert Lewandowski might have torn his hamstring during Saturday’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Celta Vigo. An injury forced the Polish striker, a strong candidate for this year’s Ballon d’Or, to leave the pitch in the 77th minute.
He reportedly muttered, “I’m broken,” as he left in obvious anguish, a warning sign that comes at a critical juncture in the Catalan team’s season. On April 26, Barcelona will play Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final. Four days later, they will play Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final matchup. View the incident below:
Although Lewandowski was the one who first raised concerns, the current atmosphere at the club indicates the 36-year-old may be out for longer than first thought.
How Long Robert Lewandowski Could Be Injured For
He may be sidelined until at least May 11
The Spanish publication AS claims that there is already open discussion on Lewandowski’s hamstring rupture. The earliest anticipated return date in this scenario would be May 11, three weeks from now, when Barcelona plays Real Madrid in La Liga. This would cause the 40-goal scorer to miss both legs of the Champions League semi-final as well as the cup final.
Although many have said that Hansi Flick’s team has suffered in recent weeks due to the current La Liga leaders’ harsh game schedule, everything currently suggests that Ferran Torres has to establish himself as a number nine in his absence. Those on the treatment table include Alejandro Balde and Dani Olmo. Below is a complete list of Barcelona’s absences:
Barcelona’s injury list as of right now
The player
Place
Damage
Anticipated date of return
Lewandowski, Robert
Attacker
Potential hamstring strain
Unconfirmed May 11
Bernal, Marc
A midfielder
tear of the cruciate ligament
June 30
Stegen, Marc-Andre ter
Goalie
rupture of the patellar tendon
June 30
Casado Marc
A midfielder
Ligament damage
May 16.
Olmo Dani
A midfielder
Myofascial damage
22 April
Balde Alejandro
Protector
Hamstring strain
26 April
Lewandowski has played in 48 games across all competitions this season, scoring 40 goals and dishing out three assists. His absence will be felt greatly over the next three weeks or so.
There will be some hope that the Champions League leaders can find answers, albeit they will have to act fast, given the presence of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal among the other attacking talents in the squad.
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