FC Barcelona have confirmed that teenage winger Jesse Bisiwu sustained only a thigh contusion during Barça Atletic’s Copa Catalunya final against Sabadell on September 2, with medical scans ruling out fracture or serious damage. The 18-year-old Belgian will return to training within a short timeframe.
Bisiwu was stretchered off in the 12th minute after a heavy challenge, prompting initial concern about a potential fracture. However, he was observed walking on crutches after the match, signalling that the injury was not structural. The club’s medical department completed testing the following morning and confirmed the diagnosis via statement: “Player Jesse Bisiwu received a blow to his left thigh during yesterday’s match. The medical tests carried out this morning have confirmed that it is solely a contusion.”
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The 18-year-old arrived at Barcelona from Club Brugge this summer and has already integrated into Barça Atletic’s competitive squad under manager Juliano Belletti. His rapid involvement in senior B-team football reflects the club’s confidence in his development trajectory. A prolonged injury at this stage of his career would have disrupted his adaptation to Spanish football and his pathway into first-team consideration.
Why the timing protects Barcelona’s dual plans
Bisiwu’s rapid clearance matters on two fronts. Barça Atletic are competing in the RFEF Segunda Federacion promotion race, where Belletti views the winger as a key tactical contributor. Simultaneously, first-team boss Hansi Flick has the Belgian on his radar for squad depth integration. A serious layoff would have complicated both objectives. A minor contusion sidelines him briefly without disrupting the season’s momentum or the club’s evaluation of his readiness for top-flight exposure.
Barcelona’s medical staff confirmed his return to full training activity remains on schedule, meaning competitive action will follow in the coming weeks. The incident—severe in appearance but benign in outcome—allows both Belletti and Flick to proceed with their respective plans for the teenager without interruption.
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