Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo’s return to play was cut short after he picked up an injury during Sunday’s La Liga clash with Sevilla.
Araujo, who had recently returned to action following an extended 181-day recovery from a serious hamstring injury, was forced to leave the field and was substituted by Pau Cubarsí.
The Uruguayan’s original injury occurred while playing for his national team last summer. After a strong comeback in January, he had featured in just seven matches before facing this new setback.
Although the specifics of the injury’s extent and severity are not yet clear, Araujo’s premature exit from the game raises concerns for both manager Hansi Flick and Barcelona fans.
In a recent statement, Araujo expressed his intention to remain at Barcelona for many years, but this injury represents a significant blow to the club’s defensive plans.
