He is annoyed that this setback comes at its best, but he knows that he will arrive in time for the most decisive stretch of the season.
He was also especially plugged in and involved, knowing Barça’s calendar by heart, but also that of his rivals
The worst forecasts for Ousmane Dembélé are confirmed. The footballer will be out for five weeks after the injury he suffered on Saturday in Montilivi against Girona. The Frenchman felt a puncture in his left leg, it was tested, but he asked for the change in the 25th minute of the match.
The Frenchman is annoyed because this setback comes at its best. He is especially plugged in, he knows the calendar of the team and his rivals by heart; which is why he knows it worse to miss this section. Nevertheless, he maintains confidence and a good state of mind: he is aware that now it is his turn to stop, but that he will arrive in time for the most decisive stage of the season.
The games in which he will be absent could be raised to ten. Among them are six days of the League, the semifinals of the Cup -although it could come back if the draw matches Barça and Real Madrid, since this meeting would be delayed to April 5-. However, the Europa League ‘play-offs’ against Manchester United were marked in red on the Frenchman’s calendar. Except for a miracle, Dembélé will not be available for the duel at Old Trafford.
So, it’s time for the rest of the forwards to take a step forward. Dembélé has enjoyed the absolute confidence of Xavi Hernández, being the undisputed starter in all competitions. With Lewandowski as another immovable forward, Raphinha, Ferran Torres and Ansu Fati will have to give the team a plus and assume certain stripes on the offensive side.