How many matches will Jules Koundé miss for Barcelona?

FC Barcelona's clash against Inter Milan in the first leg of the semi-finals ended in a stalemate. The Catalans were caught off guard by Inter Milan's counterattack twice.

However, the result of the fixture is less worrisome for FC Barcelona than the injury of an extremely important component of their side. Barcelona's right back Jules Koundé had to be substituted after an injury in the first half

Jules Koundé to miss next few important matches

Jules Koundé, who has been a key player for Hansi Flick's team this season, will miss important upcoming matches due to a calf injury. Reports from Toni Juanmarti indicate that he will be unable to participate in the second leg against Inter and will also be sidelined for the La Liga Clásico against Real Madrid. His absence is sure to impact the team's performance in these crucial games.

Jules Koundé had been in sublime form this season. He not only contributed defensively but was also a threat offensively. He was the star of the show in the Copa del Rey finals against Real Madrid when he scored a 116th-minute screamer to help FC Barcelona win their 32nd title.

Hansi Flick has several options to restructure his defensive unit. Alejandro Balde is about to return next week and veteran defender Andreas Christensen was already in action against Inter Milan in the first leg. Flick also has the options of Pau Cubarsi, Ronald Araujo, Inigo Martinez and Eric Garcia.

The team's defensive stars will have to rise to the occasion if the team is to achieve their target of clinching a treble this season. FC Barcelona will head to San Siro for the second-leg semi-final fixture in the UEFA Champions League. The team is also set to play against Real Valladolid and Real Madrid in their next La Laliga campaigns to consolidate their lead at the top of the standings.