Big loss for Hansi Flick, Barça's undisputed leader is missing tonight against Atletico Madrid

Frenkie de Jong, who is suffering from a fever, is a surprise absence from the Barcelona squad for tonight's match against Atletico Madrid at 9pm.

According to a medical statement released by the club, the Dutchman has a fever and is unavailable. De Jong had already missed last Saturday's match against Alaves, although on that occasion due to a personal matter.

Now the question arises as to who will replace the Dutchman in the starting lineup. There are two possibilities. Erik Garcia could take his place in the defensive midfielder role, with Kunde, Kubarsi, Gerard Martín and Balde forming the defense.

Or, alternatively, Casado could play, with Erik taking his place in the centre of defence. Youngsters Tomi and Dro are back in the mix. The other big question is whether Ferran or Lewandowski will play in the centre of attack. The Valencian has the edge.

Happening now...

00:00 crossword

Free scheme December 5

23:16 POLITICS

"You and I, Grida, haven't spoken to each other," Braçe gets emotional: My mother tells me you haven't increased my pension in 12 years

23:14 HAPPENING NOW

Another teenager was killed, Martin Can's mother reacts: Don't take our children away

23:04 POLITICS

'The only flag that doesn't know who raised the flag', Bido-Nokas: How much does your suit cost, it's my wealth

22:59 POLITICS

Salijanj/Prençi Movement: Supported by dignified figures in the DP!

22:52 POLITICS

"I can't accept it"/ Braçe comes out against the Minister of Finance: They are favoring large companies that owe the state debts

22:44 POLITICS

Will he challenge Berisha for the post of DP leader? Salianji speaks

22:32 POLITICS

Preç Zogaj: Berisha must pave the way for the youth, he can never come to power again!

22:23 POLITICS

Mërtiri compares the pulpit halls in Durrës and Mirdita: At Salianji there were 30-year-olds, at Berisha there were only old people

22:14 POLITICS

"PD train with 2 locomotives?"/ Keltis Kruja: We are at a crossroads, the party leadership is inflated

22:13 POLITICS

Salianji responds to Berisha: I have held meetings with the structures, the DP should be reformed

22:11 POLITICS

Salianji "stabs" Berisha: Rama does not fall down with music under the office

22:04 POLITICS

"Salianji" Movement/ Journalist: Former MP sought a position in the DP after being released from prison

21:58 POLITICS

The new Salianji-Alimehmeti/Andi Bushati rostrum: Quixotic, Berisha has a bunker party, he doesn't want the help of these...

Want to read more news