Barcelona are set to face Real Mallorca this Saturday with Robert Lewandowski sidelined through injury and Marcus Rashford still unregistered.
Mundo Deportivo confirms Lewandowski has not trained with the squad and will miss the La Liga opener, leaving Hansi Flick short upfront.
Barcelona hope to register Joan Garcia for the match following Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s long-term injury, but registration issues remain unresolved, reports Barca Blaugranes.
The Catalan side has limited time before departure to Mallorca, heightening pressure on Flick to finalize his attacking options for the game.
Ferran Torres, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha are expected to form the front three, providing options despite the absences of Lewandowski and Rashford.
Squad Depth Under Scrutiny
Barcelona’s registration struggles reflect broader challenges managing squad depth and meeting league deadlines in a competitive season.
Rashford’s delayed paperwork could affect his match readiness, forcing Flick to adjust tactics and lineups on short notice for the opener.
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Ter Stegen’s long-term absence also means additional pressure on backup goalkeepers, underscoring the importance of squad rotation.
Flick’s management of injury crises and registration issues will be key to Barcelona maintaining form early in La Liga.
Fans and pundits alike are watching closely to see if Barcelona can field a competitive team against Mallorca under these constraints.
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