Barcelona have injury problems in defence currently with Xavi Espart the latest player to be sidelined for Hansi Flick’s side. The youngster sustained an ankle injury against Real Madrid and will miss the next seven weeks in a huge blow…
Barcelona are hopeful defender Andreas Christensen will be available to feature against Atletico Madrid following a spell on the sidelines. The Danish international has been out of action since sustaining an injury against Sevilla in September and is expected to return next month.
Manager Hansi Flick is managing several defensive setbacks, with youngster Xavi Espart ruled out for seven weeks with an ankle issue. Jules Kounde is expected to return against Alaves, while Eric Garcia remains out for three to four weeks.
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