Overview
- Barcelona said Pedri has a tear in the distal biceps femoris of his left thigh, with his return determined by recovery.
- Multiple outlets report an expected absence of about three weeks, ruling him out of Elche, Club Brugge and Celta Vigo.
- He had started all 13 matches this season under Hansi Flick and was a central presence before the setback.
- Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo returned to training, with local reports suggesting possible involvement against Elche.
- Several regulars remain sidelined, including Gavi, Raphinha, Marc-André ter Stegen and Joan Garcia, as local analysis questions workload and rotation.