Barcelona Injury Update: Players Out, Return Dates, Predicted Lineup vs. Espanyol

As the 2025/26 season progresses, Barcelona’s injury updates are critical for fans and the club’s ambitions. Under manager Hansi Flick, the team sits at the top of La Liga, but injury setbacks are always a concern.

Barcelona Injury Update: Players Out and Expected Return Dates

Barcelona has experienced some injury challenges, impacting key players. Here is a rundown of the latest injury status and expected return dates.

• Gavi

  Injury: Meniscus damage (right knee)
  Expected return date: February

  Gavi suffered right knee damage during training in August. He required surgery but avoided an ACL tear. His recovery period is projected to last five months.

• Andreas Christensen

  Injury: Partial ACL tear (left knee)
  Expected return date: April

  The Danish defender sustained a knee injury in late December. Although surgery is not necessary, he will need four months to recuperate.

• Ronald Araujo

  Status: Unavailable (Mental health break)
  Expected return date: Unknown

  Araujo took a leave for mental health reasons after a red card incident and has since been training. However, he must regain full match fitness before returning.

Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Espanyol

For their upcoming match against Espanyol, Barcelona will likely employ a 4-2-3-1 formation. The anticipated lineup includes:

• J. Garcia (GK)
• Kounde
• Cubarsi
• G. Martin
• Balde
• E. Garcia
• Pedri
• Lamine Yamal
• Olmo
• Raphinha
• Lewandowski

Upcoming Fixture Schedule

Barcelona’s schedule includes key matches in La Liga and the Supercopa de Espana. Below are their next five fixtures:

The club will take a short break from La Liga to participate in the Supercopa in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Performing well in these tournaments is vital for maintaining momentum this season.