Barcelona face Frenkie de Jong injury concern ahead of El Clasico
Barcelona’s El Clasico preparations have been hit by fresh concerns as Frenkie de Jong and Andreas Christensen both missed training on Thursday, leaving Hansi Flick anxious before Sunday’s Bernabeu showdown. While Raphinha and Ferran Torres near full recovery, Flick’s tactical headaches deepen against a Real Madrid side powered by Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
Barcelona’s El Clasico preparations have been hit by fresh concerns as Frenkie de Jong and Andreas Christensen both missed training on Thursday, leaving Hansi Flick anxious before Sunday’s Bernabeu showdown. While Raphinha and Ferran Torres near full recovery, Flick’s tactical headaches deepen against a Real Madrid side powered by Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
Injury Woes for Barcelona
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong's absence from training has raised fears of a potential injury setback just before the crucial El Clasico. Additionally, Andreas Christensen's absence compounds the worries for Hansi Flick as he prepares for the showdown at the Bernabeu.
Recovery Updates for Raphinha and Ferran Torres
On the brighter side, Barcelona could receive a boost with Raphinha and Ferran Torres both nearing full recovery. Their potential return could provide Flick with much-needed options as he navigates the team's tactical challenges against a strong Real Madrid side.
Real Madrid's Strength in Attack
Facing Real Madrid, Barcelona will have to be wary of the attacking prowess of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior. The duo has been in formidable form, adding to the pressure on Flick to come up with a solid defensive strategy to counter their threat.
