Barcelona Midfielder Recovers from Ligament Tear without Surgery
Barcelona’s Marc Casado Injury Update: What You Need to Know
Barcelona recently confirmed that Marc Casado has suffered a partial tear to his lateral knee ligament, following further tests conducted on Tuesday. The 21-year-old midfielder sustained the injury during Barcelona’s 4-2 comeback victory over Atletico Madrid on Sunday night, although he continued to play until late in the second half.
Potential Return for Final Liga Season Clashes
Initial concerns arose that Casado could miss the remainder of the season, but there is now a glimmer of hope that he may return for Barcelona’s final matches. The team is set to face Villarreal at home and Athletic Club at San Mames in the closing games of the Liga season. If Casado’s recovery aligns with the club’s estimated timeline of two months, he could potentially make a comeback.
Barcelona’s Champions League Final and Casado’s Recovery
If Barcelona were to progress to the Champions League final, Casado could also be in contention to feature in Munich. However, considering his recovery from injury, manager Hansi Flick might opt to wait until the next season for Casado’s full return to action.
Conservative Treatment Approach
The key factor in Casado’s potential return is the diagnosis of a partial tear in his knee ligament, leading Barcelona to opt for a conservative treatment plan without surgery. This decision aims to expedite Casado’s recovery and avoid a definitive end to his season.
Impact of the Injury on Casado’s Season
The injury setback comes at a crucial juncture for Casado, who was enjoying a breakthrough season with Barcelona. He was also slated to join Spain for their Nations League quarter-final against the Netherlands. Hansi Flick is reportedly exploring alternative options to compensate for Casado’s absence, highlighting the challenge of replicating his on-field contributions.
