Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez is facing a month on the sidelines.
Sport says a hamstring will end Martinez's 2023, with a mid-January return likely.
After the diagnosis, Martinez took to social media to comment.
He said: A stop along the way to return stronger. It's time to stop and recover to get back to 200%.
"Let's go for it!! Thanks for your support!"
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