Robert Lewandowski suffers hamstring injury, misses Girona game, and faces uncertain recovery ahead of El Clásico against Real Madrid on 26 October

Robert Lewandowski injury update has raised concerns for Barcelona fans as the striker suffers a hamstring injury, putting his participation in the highly anticipated El Clásico clash against Real Madrid in jeopardy.

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The 37-year-old forward, who netted for Poland during their 2-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Lithuania on Sunday, will miss Barcelona’s upcoming La Liga fixture against Girona this weekend as he begins his recovery.

Barcelona’s next fixtures include a Champions League match against Olympiakos next Tuesday, followed by the crucial El Clásico at the Bernabeu on 26 October.

The club has not specified how long Lewandowski will be sidelined, but Spanish reports suggest the injury could keep him out for approximately four weeks.

“Robert Lewandowski has suffered a hamstring injury in his left thigh. He will be sidelined, and his recovery time will depend on how the injury progresses,” Barcelona confirmed in an official statement.

This setback adds to Barcelona’s injury woes, with key players such as Raphinha, Gavi, Dani Olmo, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and Joan Garcia also currently out.

However, there is some good news as forwards Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez have returned to training.

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Lewandowski, who has scored four goals in nine appearances for the La Liga champions this season, will be closely monitored as the club assesses his fitness ahead of one of the biggest fixtures in world football.