Overview
- Ferran Torres underwent emergency appendicitis surgery on May 14 at the Hospital de Barcelona, performed by Doctors Coroleu and Borras under the supervision of Barcelona's medical team.
- Barcelona has confirmed Torres will miss the Espanyol derby, the remainder of the La Liga season, and Spain's Nations League semi-final against France on June 5 in Stuttgart.
- Torres has been a key contributor this season, scoring 19 goals and providing 7 assists in 45 appearances, especially during Robert Lewandowski's earlier injury absence.
- Barcelona is one win away from securing the La Liga title, with the Espanyol derby being a decisive fixture in their campaign.
- Torres' absence poses a significant challenge for Barcelona's squad depth as they prepare for the Champions League semifinal second leg against Inter Milan.