Gundogan exits the field in tears following a hamstring injury during a friendly match

Ilkay Gundogan has become the first player to succumb to injury during September’s international break, casting a shadow of concern over Barcelona.

The midfielder appeared to suffer a hamstring injury while representing Germany in a friendly match against France, a game that ended with a 2-1 victory for the German side.

Gundogan’s distressing injury occurred just 25 minutes into the match, forcing him to be substituted. As he left the pitch, the player was visibly emotional and in tears, an image that raised alarm among Barcelona fans.

According to reports from Sport, there is growing apprehension within the Barcelona camp regarding Gundogan’s injury. There are concerns that the recovery process may be lengthy, potentially causing him to miss several crucial Champions League fixtures scheduled for September and October.