French-Beninese defender Jules Kounde could miss Barcelona’s Champions League return leg clash against Inter Milan due to an injury setback.
Kounde was forced off with an injury before the half hour mark when his outfit played out a 3-3 thrilling draw at the Olympic Stadium on Wednesday.
The crucial semifinal return encounter will be held at the Giuseppe Meazza on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, with both teams seeking for a spot in the final.
Kounde is now racing against time to be fit for the much-anticipated clash to be held in Italy next week. His absence will come as a huge blow for Barcelona, who now faces a daunting task in Italy.
Meanwhile, manager Hansi Flick suggests defender’s injury is likely a result of a packed match schedule.
Barcelona played the entire second half with four centre-backs after left-back Gerard Martin was substituted at halftime and Ronald Araújo took his place.
The 26-year-old has made 52 appearances for Barcelona this season, scoring four goals and delivering eight assists across the period.
