Hansi Flick was clear in his post-match support message Marc-André Ter Stegen as well as Barcelona stormed past Villarreal.
La Blaugrana extended their 100% winning record to six La Liga games with a relentless 5-1 victory in Castellon. but the end of the game focused on Ter Stegen.
The Barcelona captain was stretchered off in agony just before half-time with what appears to be a serious knee injury.
Ter Stegen will be sent for tests in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury, but the initial prognosis indicates that his season could be over.
Flick was unable to offer an update on his full-time goalkeeper, but the former Bayern Munich boss was clear in his praise of the veteran stopper.
“We are waiting. It looks like a serious injury, but we are waiting,” as quotes from Marco.
“I'm very happy for the team, and with a 5-1 win, but also very sad for Ter Stegen.”
Flick's comments were echoed by Raphinha as the Brazilian grabbed the armbar late on and scored twice.before saying goodbye to the stricken Barcelona star at the end of the game.
“He is a very special and important person in the locker room. This victory is 100% for him.”
