Barcelona’s La Liga title push faces a setback as key player Ferran Torres is set to miss the rest of the 2024-25 season following confirmed surgery. The Catalan club will be without the influential winger after he was diagnosed with appendicitis and scheduled for an appendectomy on Thursday, ruling him out of upcoming crucial fixtures.

Ferran Torres Surgery to Impact Barcelona Lineup in La Liga Title Race

Ferran Torres’ unexpected injury comes at a critical time for Barcelona as they aim to secure the La Liga title. The Spain international, who has been impressing in Robert Lewandowski’s absence, will miss the crucial match against Espanyol, as well as subsequent games against Villarreal and Athletic Club. This development forces manager Hansi Flick to adjust the Barcelona lineup heading into the final stretch of the season.

Robert Lewandowski Injury Update and Barcelona’s Attack

Meanwhile, Robert Lewandowski’s hamstring injury remains a concern for Barcelona. Although the veteran striker returned briefly against Inter Milan, he has yet to start since the intense 4-3 win over Celta Vigo. Lewandowski’s fitness is vital as he competes with Kylian Mbappe for the Pichichi Trophy, with the Real Madrid star currently leading by one goal.

Barcelona’s Title Hopes and Squad Challenges

Despite these injury challenges, Barcelona remain on track to clinch the La Liga title, potentially securing the trophy with a win over Espanyol—assuming Real Madrid slips up against Mallorca. Manager Hansi Flick has revitalized the squad, showing resilience with a mix of starters and bench players stepping up amid injury concerns.

What This Means for Barcelona Fans

Fans should brace for a lineup update as Ferran Torres undergoes surgery and misses the season’s final matches. The injury to this Barcelona star is a significant blow, but with Lewandowski pushing for a strong finish and the team’s solid form, the La Liga title remains within reach.