Barcelona fans can breathe a collective sigh of relief after Pedri moved quickly to calm fears of a fresh injury setback following his substitution during Tuesday night’s La Liga victory over Atletico Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou.
The Spanish midfielder, who has endured a challenging spell with recurring injuries over the past two seasons, returned to the starting lineup and immediately reminded everyone just how vital he is to Hansi Flick’s team.
However, concern spread among supporters midway through the second half when the 21-year-old appeared to clutch his leg after a challenge and signaled towards the bench. Flick reacted swiftly, substituting Pedri to avoid any unnecessary risks. Cameras later captured the midfielder sitting with an ice pack on his thigh, sparking speculation that he might have suffered another muscular issue — something that has unfortunately plagued his young career.
Shortly after the match, Pedri took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to reassure worried fans. His brief but clear message read: “All good thanks,” accompanied by a green check mark — a simple statement that put minds at ease across the Barça fanbase.
Manager Hansi Flick echoed Pedri’s comments during his post-match press conference. “Pedri is fine, just a little tired,” he said. “He’s been out for some time and has worked very hard to get back to full fitness. We didn’t want to take any risks tonight.”
Pedri’s return has been a massive boost for Barcelona, who have struggled at times this season with creativity and control in midfield during his absence. His ability to dictate tempo and link play between defense and attack remains irreplaceable.
Looking ahead, Flick confirmed that Pedri is expected to be available for Saturday’s clash with Real Betis, though he is likely to manage the youngster’s minutes carefully. Meanwhile, Dani Olmo is a fresh injury concern after the midfielder was forced off against Atletico with a suspected shoulder dislocation, and early indications suggest he could face a spell on the sidelines.
For now, though, Barcelona fans can rest easy — their midfield maestro is fit, firing, and ready to continue guiding the team through a crucial stretch of the season.
