Barcelona said Dani Olmo has a left adductor injury suffered against Paris Saint-Germain and is expected to be out for approximately one month. The midfielder developed a muscle problem during Barcelona's 4-2 Champions League defeat against Paris Saint-Germain, which was the club's first defeat of the season in all competitions.
Barcelona statement on the injury
In a statement released via their official channels, Barcelona said: "The tests carried out have confirmed that Dani Olmo has an injury to his left adductor as a result of a traumatic action with a rival player during the match against Paris Saint-Germain . The estimated time out is approximately one month."
Matches he could miss
GOAL reported that Barcelona are set to face Sunday's El Clasico against Real Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou. GOAL reported that Dani Olmo is expected to be sidelined for La Liga matches against Alaves, Atletico Madrid, and Villarreal, as well as a meeting with Aston Villa.
Spain and appearance numbers
GOAL reported that Dani Olmo is also set to miss the next international break with Spain for Nations League clashes against England and the Czech Republic. Olmo made his 100th appearance for Barcelona against Paris Saint-Germain, and he has made 12 appearances across all competitions for Hansi Flick's side this season, with one goal and four assists.
Recent fitness
GOAL reported that Dani Olmo had played in 44 consecutive matches - 32 last season and 12 this term - without facing a physical setback. GOAL reported that Dani Olmo had been injury-free since December 3rd, when he dislocated his shoulder after scoring against Atletico Madrid. Barcelona are top of La Liga with 27 points from nine matches, five points clear of Atletico Madrid.