Barcelona and Spanish football were rocked by a devastating setback as midfield star Aitana Bonmatí was sidelined for five months after undergoing surgery on a broken leg.
The three-time Ballon d’Or winner suffered an injury during Sunday’s training session with the Spanish national team, forcing her to miss not only key matches but almost the entire remaining season.
Barcelona confirmed the news in an official statement on Tuesday, noting that her recovery period would extend to around five months.
Spain without its champion ahead of the crucial final
Bonmatí’s absence comes at the worst possible time for Spain, who face Germany in the second leg of the Women’s Nations League final on Tuesday – a trophy that Spain will win in 2024.
Her absence leaves a huge gap in the midfield, with teammates and fans expressing shock at the sudden injury.
Barcelona faces a difficult task without their midfield powerhouse.
For Barcelona Femeni, this defeat is equally devastating.
The Spanish champions currently hold a six-point lead over Real Sociedad in the league and are tied for first place in the Champions League group stage with Lyon. Bonmatí’s absence could impact their momentum in their quest for a historic treble.
Hopeful for a return to form by the end of the season?
If her recovery goes according to plan, Bonmatí could make a dramatic return for the Champions League final in Oslo on May 23, 2026, a milestone Barcelona reached for five consecutive years, winning three titles but losing the final to Arsenal.
For now, both Spain and Barcelona must adapt quickly, as they face months without the woman widely considered the world’s best midfielder.
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