Barcelona's Lionel Messi is set to miss two weeks with a shoulder strain, according to the club's official website.
The Argentine forward was forced off during Barcelona's 1-1 draw against Villarreal on Saturday and will undergo further tests in the coming days.
Messi has been one of the most dominant players in world football over the past decade and his absence from the pitch could be a major blow to the Catalan giants' title hopes this season.
The 34-year-old has scored 79 goals in 158 appearances for Barcelona since joining the club in 2006, making him one of the greatest players in history.
But injuries have plagued him throughout his career and he has struggled to stay fit in recent years.
Injuries have also played a role in Messi's struggles to win major trophies, including the Champions League and the World Cup.
Despite his injury woes, Messi remains one of the best players in the world and his absence will undoubtedly be felt by his teammates and fans alike.
However, the club has already announced that they will continue to support him and work towards his recovery.
In the meantime, the team will need to find ways to replace Messi's goals and creativity in the attacking midfield.
It will be interesting to see how the team copes without their star player and what kind of impact it will have on their chances of winning the league this season.