Every body: Pedri is expected to receive medical clearance before the away game against Chelsea, but he may not start

According to "Daily Sports", Pedri played 59 games for Barcelona last season and only missed one game against Valencia due to gastroenteritis. The player has completely shaken off the injury problems that had plagued him previously. At the beginning of this season, he made 13 consecutive starts.

Flick explained last year that Pedri needs to continue playing to avoid injury. But in the national derby at the Bernabeu, he was sent off with a red card in the last few minutes, his muscles reached their limit, and he eventually left the field due to fatigue and injury. Barcelona's medical report showed that Pedri suffered a tear in the distal biceps femoris of his left leg, but did not specify how long he would be sidelined.

He has missed three games but is not expected to be out for too long. He is recovering well from his injury and in line with the timetable set by Barcelona's medical team. He will miss Saturday's game against Athletic Bilbao in Barcelona's return to Camp Nou, but could be in the squad for next week's clash with Chelsea.

Although this game is crucial for advancing to the quarterfinals of the Champions League, considering Pedri's injury history, the club will not let him play in a risky situation. The club also does not want to repeat the fate of Raphinha, who rushed back into action before El Clasico only to be injured again.

Pedri is expected to return to the team in a few days. If all goes well, he will receive medical clearance before traveling to London, but he may not start, but start from the bench. If there is no rush to take risks, his return may be postponed to the game against Alaves on the 29th of this month in order to fully recover for the important game against Atletico Madrid on December 2. This game is a battle between two championship teams.

In addition to Pedri, several other players are also expected to return in this Saturday's game against Athletic Bilbao, including Rafinha and goalkeeper Juan Garcia. In addition, Yamal and Casado should also be available for this game, the latter missing the last minute of the last game against Celta Vigo due to injury. By then, only Ter Stegen and Garvey will still be injured.

source:7m cn