Overview
- Spain's federation ruled Olmo out of qualifiers against Georgia and Bulgaria after tests at camp found a muscle injury in his left leg and confirmed he will return to Barcelona.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente said Olmo trained for about 15 minutes on Friday before discomfort resurfaced, leading to the decision to send him home for further evaluation.
- Spanish media citing club sources report a suspected soleus tear with an estimated recovery of roughly three weeks, putting Girona and Olympiacos out of reach and leaving El Clasico uncertain.
- Barcelona are frustrated, saying they alerted the RFEF that Olmo arrived with fatigue, while some at the club also question the player's choice to train despite warning signs.
- With a crowded treatment room, Barcelona have asked Spain to closely monitor Pedri's workload to avoid another setback during the international window.