Barcelona confirm Frenkie de Jong is suffering from hamstring strain
The midfielder couldn't finish the Clasico and will miss the Rayo Vallecano match
Bad news for Barcelona. The club have announced that Frenkie de Jong has a hamstring strain and is set to miss Wednesday's match against Rayo Vallecano.
The Dutch midfielder picked up the injury in the Clasico win against Real Madrid on Sunday, although Barça have not revealed how long he will be out for.
Ronald Koeman's side travel to Vallecas on Wednesday and then host Alaves at Camp Nou on Saturday, both matches in LaLiga
"The first team player Frenkie de Jong has a hamstring strain in his right thigh," a short statement confirmed. "The midfielder is unavailable for selection and his recovery will dictate his return."
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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) 25 de octubre de 2021
El jugador del primer equipo F. De Jong tiene una elongación en el bíceps femoral del muslo derecho. Es baja y la evolución marcará su disponibilidad. pic.twitter.com/BZmvy4B0f7
De Jong started against Madrid but came off after 77 minutes of the game, replaced by Sergi Roberto.
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