FC Barcelona midfielder will undergo surgery and will be sidelined for two months
On Monday, news was confirmed that no fan wanted to hear. Fermín López has suffered a fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot and will need surgery, which will prevent him from playing in the upcoming FIFA World Cup with the Spanish national team.
The medical report from the Culés following the match against Real Betis has come as a real blow to all fans of “La Roja.” Although Fermín initially preferred to sit out the game, the nature of the injury leaves no room for maneuver, and Luis de la Fuente will have to consider other options before announcing the final list of 26 players on Monday, May 25.
It’s a deeply felt loss, especially considering he was at the peak of his career. This season, he has tallied 13 goals and 17 assists with Barça, making him the club’s sixth-leading scorer. Playing as a left winger under Hansi Flick helped him secure a starting spot with Spain, and he is also the 2024 European champion and an Olympian in Paris that same year.
A possible replacement for Fermín could be Alberto Moleiro, a player for Villarreal, especially since Ander Barrenetxea is also injured. With just one week to go before the official announcement of the roster, this is undoubtedly tough news for fans in Spain and around the world.
