Barcelona’s hopes took a hit as star forward Ferran Torres was forced off just six minutes into the La Liga clash against Osasuna, leaving fans and teammates in dismay.
Ferran Torres, part of Barcelona’s front three alongside Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal, suffered a distressing early exit after sustaining what appeared to be a serious injury. The sight of Torres leaving the pitch in tears, clutching his shirt, and covering his face with hands has raised concerns for both Barcelona and their manager, Xavi.
The injury adds to Barcelona’s ongoing challenges as they grapple with a threadbare squad. Xavi’s team has faced setbacks, including a Supercopa de Espana final loss to Real Madrid, Copa del Rey quarter-final elimination by Athletic Club, and a 5-3 league defeat at home to Villarreal.
Torres now joins a growing list of injured players, including Joao Felix, Raphinha, Sergi Roberto, Inigo Martinez, Marcos Alonso, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Alejandro Balde, and Gavi. The absence of Torres, who has displayed excellent form with 11 goals and three assists in 31 appearances this season, poses a significant challenge for Xavi.
As Barcelona braces for upcoming matches in La Liga and European competitions, the severity of Torres’ injury remains uncertain. Medical tests will determine the forward’s recovery timeline, with Barcelona and Xavi hoping for a swift return as they aim to contend for league and European titles.
