Eric García
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Progressing well
Garcia (thigh) "looks really good, so we have to see how they'll be, how the evolution is and if someone is available for Atletico" while he continues to recover from a muscle problem, per manager Hansi Flick.
Analysis: Garcia has now sat out two contests with the issue, and a third absence is still likely, but Flick's words point to the Nov. 8 clash against Atletico Madrid as an optimistic target for his return to action. The versatile man had been heavily involved, covering both central and right-back positions and scoring a goal in his most recent performance. Without Garcia and Jules Kounde (ankle), Xavi Espart has been used on the right flank, but the latter is now also questionable with an ankle issue, so the recovery of these players will be a primary concern for the club in the coming days.
Sidelined for three to four weeks
Garcia (thigh) is expected to miss three to four weeks after suffering a muscle injury to the rectus femoris of his right thigh during Saturday's 5-2 victory over Real Betis, according to the club.
Analysis: Garcia sustained the injury after coming on at halftime against Real Betis, having replaced Gerard Martin as part of a precautionary rotation. Subsequent medical examinations confirmed a rectus femoris injury that will keep the versatile defender sidelined for several weeks, ruling him out of Tuesday's Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain and Sunday's Clasico against Real Madrid. His absence further reduces Barcelona's defensive options, particularly with Jules Kounde also ruled out against PSG due to an ankle sprain. Joao Cancelo could consequently see increased opportunities at right-back during Garcia's recovery.
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