Barcelona have confirmed that Joan Garcia will be out for around four to six weeks after suffering a knee injury. The 24-year-old goalkeeper has ruptured the medial meniscus in his left knee and will undergo arthroscopic surgery to repair the damage. The injury is a major setback for both the player and the team, especially as important matches are approaching in La Liga and the Champions League.
The absence of Joan Garcia creates a difficult situation for Barcelona. Marc-André ter Stegen is also unavailable, leaving the club short on experienced goalkeepers. In Garcia’s absence, Wojciech Szczęsny is expected to take the first-choice position between the posts. The club may also need to rely on younger players such as Eder Aller to provide backup if required.
This development adds to Barcelona’s growing list of injury problems. The club recently lost winger Raphinha to a hamstring injury and midfielder Gavi to a long-term knee problem. The coaching staff now face the challenge of managing their squad carefully while competing in multiple tournaments. The situation highlights how squad depth will be tested over the coming weeks.
Before the injury, Joan Garcia had begun settling into the team after joining from Espanyol earlier this year. His performances had shown promise, and he was seen as an investment for the club’s future. Losing him at this stage interrupts his progress and forces the team to adjust their defensive structure.
Barcelona will now have to cope without Garcia in several key fixtures, including matches against Real Sociedad in La Liga and Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. The next few weeks will test their ability to adapt, with fans hoping Garcia makes a strong recovery and returns to action quickly.
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