Marc Bernal: Latest news on his injury and promising return to FC Barcelona

Marc Bernal, the young promise of FC Barcelona, continues to advance steadily in his recovery after the serious knee injury suffered in August 2024. The club and the culé fans remain hopeful of seeing one of La Masía's most promising talents back in action soon.

Marc Bernal: Positive evolution in his recovery

The 17-year-old midfielder, Marc Bernal, is facing the final stretch of his rehabilitation process after the rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and the injury associated with the external meniscus of his left knee, suffered on August 27, 2024, in the match against Rayo Vallecano.

Marc Bernal leaving the field after being injured in the Rayo-Barça match

Since then, the player has followed a rigorous recovery plan, supervised by the medical services of FC Barcelona, who prioritize his full recovery before his return to competition.

Summary of Marc Bernal's current situation

• In the final phase of recovery after a serious knee injury.

• Already doing work on the field and exercises with the ball.

• His return is not expected this season; the return will be in the 2025/2026 pre-season.

• The club fully trusts his potential and has already agreed to his renewal until 2029.

• The evolution is positive, but prudence is prioritized to avoid relapses.

Bernal's return is getting closer: Work on the field and significant progress

After several months of intense work in the gym, Bernal has started to exercise on the field of the Ciutat Esportiva, performing exercises with changes of pace, turns, and contact with the ball, which is a key advance in his rehabilitation.

The club has shared images and videos in which the youth player can be seen touching the ball and strengthening the affected area, a positive sign that excites both the coaching staff and the fans.

No rush for his return: the example of Gavi

Although Bernal's evolution is better than expected and could even reduce the estimated time off, FC Barcelona remains cautious and follows a similar plan to the one applied with Gavi.

The priority is to avoid risks and ensure that the player completes his physical development without relapses, so his return to the field will not occur until next season, probably in the summer pre-season of 2025.

The impact of the injury on Marc Bernal's season

Marc Bernal after his ligament rupture operation

The injury came at a key moment for Marc Bernal, who had started the season as a starter under the orders of Hansi Flick, sharing the double pivot with Marc Casadó.

In the few matches played, he demonstrated his physical capacity, vision of the game, and technical quality, which earned him the trust of the coaching staff and the recognition of the fans. His absence has been noticed in the center of the field, where he competed with players like Frenkie de Jong and Casadó himself.

Marc Bernal: Confidence, renewal, and future at Barça

Barça's confidence in Bernal is maximum. The club has already agreed to a contract extension until 2029, which will be formalized when the player reaches the age of majority on May 26.

The azulgrana entity sees Marc Bernal as one of the pillars of the future and hopes that, once recovered, he can resume his progression and consolidate himself in the first team.

Statistics and highlights of Marc Bernal

Note: The data for the 2024/2025 season corresponds to the matches played before the injury.

Bernal's next steps and expectations for next season

Good news for Barça: Marc Bernal could return sooner than expected

If Marc Bernal's evolution continues at this rate, the midfielder could gradually rejoin during the summer pre-season, with the aim of recovering sensations and competitive rhythm for the 2025/2026 campaign. The club and the player's environment agree that his return should not be rushed, always prioritizing his health and long-term development.

The azulgrana fans, meanwhile, closely follow each advance of Bernal, convinced that his return will be a luxury reinforcement for the center of the field and a new opportunity for the young talent from Berga to continue writing his history at FC Barcelona.

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