Barcelona defender Xavi Espart said he is focused on returning as soon as possible after being injured in Sunday's Clasico against Real Madrid. The defender suffered right ankle ligament damage in the 2-1 defeat.
Injury in the Clasico
Espart picked up the injury in Sunday's match against Real Madrid. He was hurt in a collision with Aurelien Tchouameni and had to come off in pain before the final whistle.
Message on Instagram
Writing on his personal Instagram page alongside two pictures from the Clasico, Espart said: "I feel the pain of the defeat, and I am thinking of only one thing: returning as soon as possible. They will not be able to defeat us. Forca Barca!"
Recovery and timescale
Espart posted the message on his social media accounts as he waits to step up his recovery. GOAL reported that Espart faces around 7 weeks on the sidelines with ligament damage to his right ankle.
Season appearances
Before the injury, Espart had played 9 matches for Barcelona this season, scoring twice and setting up 2 more.