Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain, the club confirmed on Monday. The injury occurred while Yamal was on international duty with Spain, who sent him back to his club to prevent further damage.
Yamal underwent tests after leaving the national squad following Spain’s 1-0 victory over Denmark in the Nations League on Saturday. The 17-year-old forward has been a key player for Spain, helping them triumph at this year’s European Championship.
Barcelona did not provide a specific timeline for Yamal’s return, stating that he will be out of action until he has fully recovered. The club’s next match is at home to Sevilla in the Spanish league on Sunday.
Yamal is expected to miss the Nations League home game against Serbia on Tuesday. Atletico Madrid’s Rodrigo Riquelme has been called up in his place.
Yamal has made a significant impact for Barcelona this season, scoring five goals in 11 appearances. He is expected to be available for the crucial matches against Bayern Munich in the Champions League on October 23 and the Spanish league “clasico” at Real Madrid three days later.
The hamstring strain is a setback for both Barcelona and Spain, who will be hoping to have Yamal back in action as soon as possible. The teenage star has shown immense potential and is considered one of the most promising young players in world football.
