FC Barcelona is closely monitoring a couple of situations that could result in two key absences for the clash against AC Milan in the early hours of Wednesday, August 7. At this point, the Catalan team may not have either Alejandro Balde or Pablo Torre available for the match against the 'rossoneri'. It is worth remembering that in the previous Monday's training session, both players underwent personalized physical work separate from the main group.
In this regard, Pablo Torre, who has had a highly promising preseason under the guidance of Hansi Flick, is probably the one most likely to miss the match against the Italians. Aside from dealing with muscular discomfort in an unspecified area, there are rumors that he is also suffering from gastroenteritis, which could lead the German coach to consider giving him a well-deserved rest.
It is also important to note that the Cantabrian is also recovering from a fractured fifth metacarpal bone in his left hand. Although this physical setback has not hindered his ability to play normally, it could also be a reason for the talented midfielder to consider taking a break.
What issue might Alejandro Balde be experiencing?
On the other hand, regarding Alejandro Balde, it seems that he is also experiencing certain muscular discomfort. In light of this, it is crucial not to overlook a significant detail: the Barcelona left-back has just recovered from a detachment of the hamstring tendon in his right leg that kept him sidelined for at least five months. Therefore, it is not surprising that the Barça club is taking the necessary precautions to avoid forcing his participation and thus prevent any physical strain, ensuring that he is in top form for the official start of the season.