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Dani Olmo Sent Back to Barcelona With Left-Leg Muscle Injury, Three-Week Layoff Feared

His withdrawal revives Barcelona's dispute over Spain's handling of fatigued players.

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.