Unfortunately, for FC Barcelona, just when it seemed to be recovering from the bitter blow of Pablo Gavi's long-term injury (complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament of the right knee and an associated injury in the lateral meniscus), now they will have to face another tough physical setback with one of their young promises: Marc Bernal. The Catalan team recently confirmed through various communication channels that the player from Berga has suffered a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament of the right knee and an associated injury in the lateral meniscus, one of the most feared physical setbacks in the world of football.
These unfortunate setbacks usually leave the player out for a period of approximately nine to twelve months after corrective surgery, meaning that the talented midfielder is most likely not going to play for the rest of the 2024/25 season. This situation is especially tragic considering that Bernal was just starting his career in La Liga, having started in three consecutive matches in LaLiga EA Sports 24/25 (Valencia CF, Athletic Club, and Rayo Vallecano) as one of the key players for Hansi Flick, given his very young age of only 17 years.
Despite the shocking news of the injury, various sectors have shown great support for the midfielder to help him through this difficult time, from his teammates and rivals to various institutions that have expressed their solidarity. Everyone hopes that the young Barcelona academy player will return with renewed energy for the next season, as his performance on the field had generated excitement in the team. With his technical gameplay, tactically intelligent direction in the center of the field, and his notable defensive skills, many compare him to one of Barcelona's great historical midfielders: Sergio Busquets.
Marc Bernal's Statement after his Injury
Finally, among the numerous messages of support, it was Marc Bernal, the main affected player who had not yet spoken, who, after overcoming the initial turbulent hours of assimilating his injury, used his social media (@MarcBCasas) to share a brief yet heartfelt message. The young midfielder began his statement with a positive and optimistic note: "Thinking about recovery", followed by a sincere thank you for the love received in this difficult time: "Thank you very much for the support, culés".