Barcelona are set to be without wonderkid Lamine Yamal for their crucial Champions League match against Brest on Tuesday.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Lamine Yamal has been ruled out of the clash due to ongoing discomfort from an ankle injury sustained three weeks ago against Red Star.
The report states that Yamal is still in pain and has yet to recover.
His absence was felt in the weekend’s 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo, where the La Liga leaders looked short of creativity, and unpredictability.
Even if the 17-year-old recovers, coach Hansi Flick is unlikely to risk his return, given the team’s history of struggling with injuries to young players.
Yamal’s absence will be a significant blow for Barcelona, who have visibly struggled without him.
Flick must now rely on players like Raphinha, Dani Olmo, and Gavi to step up against Brest.
