Adding to the problems of Valverden, Barcelona is also affected by a protector

Spanish champions are facing much trouble in the defence phase.

After Samuel Umtti, who will be missing until December, Barcelona has now been hurt by another defender.

It's about Thomas Vermaellen, who got hurt in the fight against the national in Belgium in front of Switzerland.

The 32-year-old has suffered knee injury and is expected to remain out of the field for about six weeks.

Now Coach Ernesto Valverde has only Gerard Pique and Clement Langlett at this very important stage of the season for the Catalan team.