Barcelona will be looking to return to winning ways in La Liga when they continue their 2020-21 campaign away to struggling Huesca on Sunday night.
Ronald Koeman's side were held to a 1-1 draw by Eibar on Tuesday, with the result leaving them down in sixth spot in the table, seven points behind leaders Atletico Madrid.
Barca have also played two games more than Atletico at this stage, meaning that the Catalan giants face a huge task to pull themselves into title contention in the second half of the season.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up Barca's latest injury and suspension news ahead of the clash with Huesca, who are currently bottom of the division.
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Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown
Barca are expected to be without the services of Ansu Fati for at least the next couple of months, with the exciting youngster undergoing surgery to address the knee injury that he picked up in November.
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Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown
Gerard Pique had to be replaced against Atletico on November 21 after picking up an injury to his right knee, and the centre-back is facing a long period on the sidelines, having suffered medial and cruciate ligament damage.
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Status: Out
Type of injury: Muscle
Possible return date: Unknown
Sergi Roberto has recently recovered from coronavirus, but the Spain international is currently on the sidelines with a muscular problem, and it is unclear when the 28-year-old might be available to return.
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Status: Minor doubt
Type of injury: Ankle
Possible return date: January 3 (vs. Huesca)
Barca were without the services of Messi on Tuesday night due to a slight ankle problem, but the Argentina international, in theory, could make his return against Huesca.
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Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown
Philippe Coutinho was a second-half substitute against Eibar but could not complete the 90 minutes due to a knee problem; the extent of the damage is unclear, but the attacker will miss the clash with Huesca.
BARCELONA'S SUSPENSION LIST
Barca have no suspension issues heading into the clash with Huesca; Jordi Alba was banned against Eibar but will be available for selection on Sunday night.
