Just in: Barcelona teenage starlet out for 10-12 days, will be ready for El Clasico

Barcelona were handed a fresh injury scare last night when defender Alejandro Balde had to be taken off at half-time during Spain’s 2-0 win over Scotland.

After the game, the Spanish national team confirmed that the 19-year-old would be returning to the club as he had suffered some discomfort in his adductor.

Earlier today, the left-back arrived in Barcelona and provided an update on his condition at the airport, stating that everything was good with him.

Balde out for 10-12 days

Now, Javi Miguel of AS has come forward with an update regarding Balde and his potential time out on the sidelines.

As per the journalist, the good news is that the Barcelona left-back has not suffered a tear in his adductor muscle.

Even then, the 19-year-old is now expected to be out of action for a period of 10-12 days.

With a downtime of 10-12 days expected, there is now major doubt about Balde’s presence for the La Liga clash against Athletic Club as well as the UEFA Champions League encounter versus Shakhtar Donetsk.

But it is stated that Balde will be ready and available to face Real Madrid in the first El Clasico on October 28.

While it is not entirely ideal, there will be a sense of relief that the youngster’s injury is not more serious.

Balde has played in ten of Barcelona’s 11 matches across all competitions this season (9 starts), and has produced one assist, which came against Granada last weekend.

In his absence, Marcos Alonso will be expected to take over the responsibilities at left-back.

However, Xavi also has the option of deploying Joao Cancelo on the left side and starting Ronald Araujo or Sergi Roberto at right-back.