Pedri could be out for more than a month after suffering a quadriceps injury during a FC Barcelona training session on Thursday.
The midfielder is one of the first names on the scoresheet and played a key role in Barcelona’s victory over Cadiz last weekend by opening the scoring in a tightly contested game. However, Pedri re-injured his right thigh which could see him sidelined for more than six weeks, according to cope.
The injury is a blow to FC Barcelona, who began their title defense with a 0-0 draw against Getafe in the opener and a 2-0 victory against Cadiz in their second outing. In Pedri’s absence, Xavi still has plenty of options in midfield, with Ilkay Gundogan, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong and Oriol Romeu all available.
FC Barcelona released a statement confirming the injury: “Pedri, FC Barcelona first team player, injured his right quadriceps. He is unavailable for selection and his recovery will determine his return. »
