Injury
Champions League
Eric out; Koundé doubtful for PSG
Summarised by MatchPal
Eric out 3–4 weeks with a right thigh muscle tear; Koundé's ankle sprain status unclear for PSG clash.
Barcelona defender Eric has suffered a tear to the rectus femoris in his right thigh and will miss 3–4 weeks of action. Fellow defender Koundé sustained a left ankle sprain but his availability for the upcoming PSG match remains uncertain. The injuries come at a critical time in the campaign.
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UK timesStrong5 reports from 5 outlets. First reported by Fabrizio Romano, 18 Oct.
- ESPN
- Fabrizio Romano
- Kicker
- Diario AS
- RMC Sport
- García, Koundé to miss PSG-Barça ahead of ClásicoESPN
- Two injured and a delay: Flick's worries before ParisKicker
- Eric out; Koundé doubtful for PSGDiario ASThis article
- Barça suffer double defensive blow before PSG, with two confirmed absences and a puzzle aheadRMC Sport
- Eric García out 3-4 weeks; Koundé also injured for PSG clashFabrizio Romano
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