Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal is out injured in the game against Real Sociedad

Lamine Yamal will miss Barcelona’s LaLiga game against Real Sociedad on Sunday due to a “severe bruise” in his ankle, the club announced.

The 17-year-old had the problem in midweek in the 5-2 Champions League win against Red Star Belgrade.

His appearance with Spain in the upcoming UEFA Nations League games against Denmark and Switzerland on November 15th and 18th is also questionable.

“Yamal sustained a serious bruise during Wednesday’s game against Red Star Belgrade,” Barça said in a statement.

“He has been receiving treatment over the last few days, but the symptoms have not yet subsided. His recovery will determine his availability.”

After Sunday’s game in San Sebastián, Barça are not back in action until November 23rd when they travel to Celta Vigo.

Yamal has played a key role in helping Barça to the top of the LaLiga table so far this season, scoring six goals and assisting eight more in 16 appearances across all competitions.