Barcelona centre-back Eric Garcia has suffered a broken nose after a fierce collision in the 3-3 draw with Club Brugge, the club confirmed on Wednesday.
“First team player Eric Garcia has a broken nose,” read Barca’s official statement. “He will wear a protective mask and any potential involvement in the upcoming game against Celta de Vigo will be assessed. He picked up the injury during the draw with Club Brugge in a collision with Vermant from the Belgian side.”
The La Masia product, known for his fearless defending and composure on the ball, was making his 15th appearance of the season. Despite the injury, Garcia still delivered a solid performance and even came close to scoring when his header rattled the crossbar, almost adding to his lone goal this campaign, the crucial winner away at Oviedo.
The Spanish defender’s commitment has earned him praise among fans and teammates alike. Yet, his availability for the upcoming La Liga clash against Celta Vigo remains uncertain as Barcelona’s medical staff continue to monitor his recovery.
With injuries already stacking up, Garcia’s potential absence could hand manager Xavi another defensive headache in a season where every point counts.
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