FC Barcelona have officially announced that Alejandro Balde has suffered a distal biceps femoris injury in his left thigh, with medical tests confirming his recovery period will last approximately 4 weeks. Jules Koundé has sustained a mid‑portion biceps femoris injury in his left thigh; his exact return date will depend on his subsequent recovery progress.
Both players were forced off injured in the Copa del Rey semi-final second leg against Atlético Madrid. Balde came on as a substitute to replace the injured Koundé in the 13th minute, only to be substituted himself by Araújo in the 71st minute due to injury.
