Thomas Vermaelen faces another spell on the sidelines after Barcelona confirmed the defender has suffered a calf injury.
Barcelona has confirmed that defender Thomas Vermaelen has suffered a calf injury.
The 30-year-old has started just six games in La Liga this season, with his last appearance coming in the 6-0 win over Getafe on March 12.
Barca announced on Monday that the former Arsenal captain has picked up a muscle problem but would not place a timeframe on his possible recovery.
"The Belgian defender suffered an elongation in the soleus of his right leg," the club confirmed.