Barcelona Plays the Waiting Game: Lamine Yamal’s Recovery Comes First
Barcelona will not rush Lamine Yamal's return to the field to prevent further injury after he aggravated his ankle ligament.
Barcelona is taking a careful approach with Lamine Yamal to ensure his full recovery following a recurrence of his ankle injury. The Spanish winger, who suffered a Grade 1 ligament injury in his anterior syndesmosis, will likely be out for about a month.
During the recent match against Leganes, Yamal aggravated the same ankle injury he had previously battled. After further medical examinations, Barcelona’s medical team confirmed that no risks will be taken regarding his recovery. Yamal has already begun his rehabilitation, continuing his recovery through the Christmas break.
Barcelona’s coaching and medical staff emphasize that complete healing of the ligament is crucial. Previously, Yamal returned prematurely from injury, leading to further complications. The team will not allow such incidents to repeat, particularly with key fixtures such as the Spanish Super Cup approaching.
Dr. Alejandro Bayo, a specialist, explained that proper ligament recovery could take between 3 to 5 weeks, depending on the stability of the joint. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation will play a key role in ensuring that the ligament is strong enough to prevent reinjury.
Yamal’s dedication remains evident as he continues training diligently despite the holiday season. Barcelona hopes to have him back at full strength without compromising his long-term health.