Samuel Umtiti News

Barcelona, who are bidding to defend the Spanish title, are currently standing at the second spot in the La Liga table with 21 wins from 33 games.  

FC Barcelona central defender Samuel Umtiti is all set to be ruled out of action after deciding to undergo treatement in order to resolve his left knee problem.

Prior to Barcelona's return to training, all of its players, including captain Lionel Messi, were tested for the novel coronavirus.

The Catalans were already short-staffed in central defence due to the prolonged absence of France international Samuel Umtiti who is out with a knee problem. 

In an enthralling tactical match, it was once again a set-piece that proved decisive with Umtiti’s near-post header from an Antoine Griezmann corner settling matters.

 France centre back Samuel Umtiti has extended his contract with Barcelona by five years until 2023, the La Liga club said on Sunday.

Barcelona`s failure to beat Celta Vigo in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Camp Nou on Saturday was compounded by the news defender Samuel Umtiti will be sidelined for eight weeks due to a torn hamstring.

Barcelona, who were leading 1-0 at Leganes at half-time thanks to a goal by Luis Suarez, are four points clear of a resurgent Valencia.

Luis Suarez became the third-fastest player to score 100 goals for Barcelona after reaching his century in just 120 games.

Marcus Rashford, Renato Sanches and Leroy Sane are some of the young bloods ready to take the world by storm.