Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong will miss up to six weeks after suffering a hamstring injury during training on Thursday. The LaLiga leaders confirmed the Dutch international sustained damage to the distal biceps of his right leg, with medical tests indicating a recovery period of five to six weeks.

De Jong has been a key contributor for Barcelona this season, making 31 appearances across all competitions with one goal and seven assists. The injury comes at a critical juncture for the Catalan club, who lead LaLiga by a single point over Real Madrid and face crucial fixtures in both domestic and European competitions.

The absence will force Barcelona to navigate several important matches without their influential midfielder, including the Copa del Rey semifinal against Atlético Madrid and the Champions League last 16. De Jong will also miss the Netherlands' friendlies against Norway and Ecuador as they prepare for the World Cup, dealing a blow to both club and country.