Just in: Barcelona midfielder could be out for three weeks, doubt for Spanish Super Cup

Just a while ago, it was reported that Barcelona midfielder Pedri has been ruled out of tomorrow’s La Liga clash against Almeria due to muscle discomfort.

The 21-year-old suffered the discomfort in training today and considering his fitness problems in the past, the Catalans decided not to take any risks with him.

As such, it was suggested that the Spanish international will be missing tomorrow’s La Liga clash vs Almeria and the subsequent friendly against Club America in Dallas on Thursday.

Javi Miguel of AS had reported that Pedri would be sidelined at most for two weeks, putting him in the fray to return soon after the mid-season break.

Pedri could be out for longer

But, according to a fresh update from Catalunya Radio, Pedri could be out on the sidelines for longer than initially expected.

As per the report, the 21-year-old Barcelona midfielder could need three weeks to fully recover from his latest injury setback.

In that case, the youngster is certain to miss the Catalans’ next four games against Almeria, Club America (friendly), Las Palmas, and Barbastro (Copa del Rey).

Beyond that, it is also claimed that Pedri’s availability for the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia is now in danger.

The Catalans face last season’s cup finalists in the semi-finals on January 11, and would take on the winners of the game between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid should they prevail.

It remains to be seen how things progress with Pedri and how Barça decide to deal with his condition, considering that he had already missed over two months of action this season due to an injury.