Ferran Torres Faces Two-Month Injury Layoff

FC Barcelona celebrated a 3-0 victory against Alaves, highlighted by Robert Lewandowski's hat-trick, but suffered a significant setback with Ferran Torres sustaining a thigh injury just five minutes into the match. The club's medical report confirmed that Torres has a biceps femoris injury in his right leg, with recovery estimates suggesting he will be sidelined for 7-8 weeks. This absence will prevent him from participating in crucial upcoming matches against Sevilla, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid, as well as Spain's international fixtures. Although the team has been grappling with injuries, the anticipated return of players like Dani Olmo may help mitigate the loss of Torres. Barcelona's reliance on Torres, despite his mixed form this season, underscores the impact of his absence on the team's depth. The situation adds pressure on manager Hansi Flick to adjust the squad in Torres's absence as they navigate a challenging stretch of games.