Barcelona’s Dembele Faces Three-Month Injury AbsenceBarcelona’s Dembele Faces Three-Month Injury Absence Barcelona has been dealt a significant blow with the news that star winger Ousmane Dembele has suffered a thigh injury that will keep him out for approximately three months. The 25-year-old Frenchman sustained the injury during Barcelona’s 2-2 draw against Girona in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday. He was substituted in the 26th minute, clutching his left thigh. Medical scans have confirmed a tear in Dembele’s left biceps femoris muscle, which will require surgery. The operation is expected to take place in the coming days. Barcelona released a statement on Thursday confirming the news, stating that “after tests carried out this morning, it has been confirmed that Ousmane Dembele has a tear in the rectus femoris muscle of his left thigh. The approximate recovery time will be three months.” Dembele’s injury is a major setback for Barcelona, who are already struggling for form this season. The team is currently languishing in seventh place in La Liga, 11 points behind leaders Real Madrid. The absence of Dembele, who has been one of Barcelona’s most impressive players this season, will leave a significant void in the team’s attack. He has scored eight goals and provided seven assists in 28 appearances across all competitions so far. Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez expressed his disappointment with the news, saying: “It’s a shame for us. Dembele was playing at a high level and he’s an important player for us. We have to find solutions without him now.” Dembele’s injury is also a blow to the French national team, who will be without one of their key players for the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers. The tournament is set to take place in June and July 2024. Barcelona will be hoping that Dembele can make a full and speedy recovery and return to the team as soon as possible. However, his absence is likely to have a significant impact on the team’s chances of success in the second half of the season.
