Xavi Hernández picks up hamstring injury; out of action for 10 to 15 days

Xavi vs Madrid. PHOTO: MIGUEL RUIZ-FCB.
The midfielder will not feature in tomorrow’s match against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu

The Club’s Medical Services have announced that Xavi Hernández has sustained muscle tear in his left hamstring and will be out of action for 10 to 15 days. The midfielder finished this Wednesday’s match against Real Madrid with physical discomfort. Therefore, he will miss tomorrow’s Clásico at the Santiago Bernabéu.

It’s worth noting that Xavi was given the medial all-clear on February 18 after he successfully recovered from a similar injury. The midfielder went on to play against Milan, Sevilla and Madrid (Cup).