Overview

• Barcelona confirmed Robert Lewandowski sustained a biceps femoris tear in his left thigh, with Spanish reports estimating a four to six week absence that rules him out of Girona, Olympiacos and the Bernabéu.
• The club said Dani Olmo has a left soleus injury without connective tissue damage, and reporter guidance points to a two to three week layoff that rules him out this week while leaving El Clasico possible.
• SPORT reports Raphinha’s recovery has suffered a setback with renewed hamstring discomfort, keeping him out of group training and leaving his availability for Girona, Olympiacos and El Clasico in serious doubt.
• Lamine Yamal and Fermín López have rejoined full training, offering near-term options as Barcelona assess minutes and manage returns.
• Barcelona face Girona on October 18 and Olympiacos on October 21 before El Clasico on October 26, intensifying selection and tactical decisions during an ongoing injury crunch.