Official: Barcelona announces the nature of Espart's injury and his absence duration

Barcelona have announced that Xavi Espart has suffered an injury to his fibula-tibial joint in his right ankle after colliding with a Real Madrid player during the Clasico.

The Catalan club explained on its official website that the medical examinations the player underwent confirmed an injury to the fibula-tibial joint in his right ankle, as a result of the contact he experienced during the match against Real Madrid.

Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the Clasico, a match that saw an injury to Xavi Espart.

Barcelona have confirmed that Xavi Espart will be out of action for approximately seven weeks, according to the announced medical report.