FC Barcelona's defender Umtiti journeys to Qatar for medical attention
Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti has flown to Doha, Qatar, for further treatment on his knee problem, as the Spanish giants prepare for their La Liga encounter against Villarreal at Camp Nou this Sunday.
Umtiti, who joined Barcelona from Lyon in 2016, has been dealing with the knee issue for some time now. According to reports, the treatment plan for his knee problem will be carried out in Doha, with Barcelona's medical services supervising the process.
The identity of the doctor treating Umtiti in Doha has not been publicly disclosed. However, it is known that Umtiti is following a 'conservative' treatment plan to find a solution for his discomfort.
Umtiti returned from a two-month injury layoff in the 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid, where he played the full 90 minutes. However, he did not feature in Barcelona's Champions League encounter at PSV.
Despite Umtiti's absence, Barcelona have managed to maintain a strong position in the league. They currently sit in second place, one point behind Sevilla. Umtiti's absence was not felt much in the Champions League, as Barcelona secured a comfortable 4-0 win over PSV.
In the current season, Umtiti has made eight appearances for Barcelona, making a total of 91 appearances for the club since his arrival in 2016. With Umtiti's return, Barcelona will hope to strengthen their defence and continue their push for the La Liga title.
As Umtiti undergoes treatment in Qatar, Barcelona will face Villarreal at home this Sunday. The match will be a crucial one for Barcelona, as they look to close the gap on Sevilla at the top of the table.
With Umtiti's experience and leadership in the backline, Barcelona will be hoping for a swift recovery for their key defender. Fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on Umtiti's condition and his expected return to the pitch.
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