Overview

• Garcia underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on the torn internal meniscus in his left knee, performed by Dr. Joan Carles Monllau at Barcelona Hospital.
• The club projects a four to six week absence, ruling him out of the Champions League match against PSG and leaving his El Clásico availability in serious doubt.
• Hansi Flick said he has full confidence in Wojciech Szczesny, who returns to the starting role after anchoring last season’s trophy run.
• Flick confirmed Lamine Yamal is back from a groin issue and is expected to get minutes against Real Sociedad.
• Barcelona continue to manage a wider injury list, with Raphinha sidelined until after the international break and Gavi out long term, as the staff review potential causes.