Jules Koundé sustained a hamstring injury during the first half of FC Barcelona's UEFA Champions League semifinal first leg against Inter Milan on April 30, 2025. He signaled discomfort and was substituted in the 41st minute, with Eric García taking his place.
Reports suggest that Koundé is expected to be sidelined for approximately five weeks, which would rule him out of the second leg against Inter on May 6 and the upcoming El Clásico. This is a significant setback for Barcelona, as Koundé has been a key figure in their defense this season.
In his absence, manager Hansi Flick may consider options like Eric García, who replaced Koundé during the match, or Héctor Fort, though Fort has had limited playing time this season. Ronald Araújo is another possibility, although he hasn't featured as a right-back this season.
The match itself ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, with Barcelona mounting a comeback after initially trailing 0-2. Lamine Yamal scored a remarkable goal in the 24th minute, contributing to the team's resurgence.
As of now, FC Barcelona has not released an official statement detailing the severity of Koundé's injury or his expected recovery timeline. Further updates are anticipated following medical evaluations.
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