The evening could have been perfect for FC Barcelona this Saturday against Celta Vigo. But an event has a little cooled the atmosphere: the premature release of Robert Lewandowski. The Polish striker, essential within the Catalan system, left the lawn visibly touched in the left thigh. A blow, while the season enters its final sprint.
According to the first medical indications, Lewandowski could be removed from the fields between two and three weeks. A unofficial verdict but already feared by the Catalan staff. This injury to the left femoral biceps, awaiting final confirmation, arrives at the worst time. Barça is preparing to compete in the King's Cup final against Real Madrid (April 26) … without his top scorer. And even more worrying, he could also miss the two heats of the Champions League semi-finals against Inter Milan.
Lewandowski on the side: the worst fears of Barça are confirmed
With 40 goals in all competitions this season in 48 games this season, Lewandowski remains by far the number one offensive weapon in Barça. No credible alternative is essential today in the workforce to compensate for such an absence. Its efficiency, experience and ability to weigh on large posters are sorely lacking in these decisive moments.
Lewandowski, an irreplaceable offensive leader
Asked after the meeting, coach Hansi Flick was cautious: “We have to wait to find out more. He will spend an MRI tomorrow (Sunday, editor's note) ” But internally, the concern climbs. The very dense calendar of Barça offers no respite, and the medical staff already works against the clock to assess the evolution of the injury of the Polish scorer.
This injury could have heavy consequences on Barça's ambitions. National and European finals are in sight. Losing Lewandowski at this key would be a real sports disaster. The club has only to hope for a medical miracle … or the hatching of a plan B.
