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Extends with Barcelona Bernal has extended his contract with Barcelona, according to his club.

Impact Bernal will remain in Spain with Barcelona for the next few seasons to come, as the midfielder inked an extension lasting until 2029. The 18-year-old only debuted for the team last season before he was cut short by a torn ACL three games into the season, still recovering fitness this campaign and yet to see a start. That said, he will hope one comes soon, with the midfielder looking to be a player of the future for the club.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in nine minutes Bernal assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 6-0 win versus Valencia.

Impact Bernal subbed on in the 81st minute and created Robert Lewandowski's goal to seal the deal with his first assist. That was his first appearance in the season as well.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Bernal (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Valencia.

Impact Bernal was medically cleared ahead of Sunday's match and is now on the team sheet, with the defender earning a bench role. He will hope to see time for his season debut Sunday, as he has yet to play since his long layoff due to a torn ACL that occurred last season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Receives medical clearance Bernal (knee) has received the medical clearance and is available for Sunday's clash against Valencia, the club announced.

Impact Bernal has fully recovered from his long term knee injury and is back well ahead on schedule since he received the medical clearance for Sunday's clash against Valencia. That said, the defensive midfielder will however hold a bench role for the Blaugranas this season.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still weeks away from return Bernal (knee) is still weeks away from returning, coach Hansi Flick said in the press conference. "It's not about two or three weeks more or less, because it's his career, and I th...

Impact Bernal suffered an ACL injury in 2024 and is continuing his rehabilitation, with the staff not rushing his return since coach Hansi Flick said it is about his career and the comeback of the youngster should not be taken lightly. It remains unclear how many weeks Bernal will still miss, but a return in early October could be a likely plan.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for traveling squad Bernal (knee) has been in training and has been selected for the club's preseason friendlies, according to his club.

Impact Bernal has already been training the past few weeks, but is seeing another positive update, as he has been selected to their preseason tournament. This likely leaves him just a few days away from a return to play in a friendly, with the club's first friendly Thursday. He started in all three of his appearances before his last season was cut short, so he will hope to still be able to shape out a decent role within the team to start the 2025/26 season.

JULY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Working hard on rehabilitation Bernal (knee) is working hard on his rehabilitation, the club posted.

Impact Bernal suffered a torn ACL against Rayo Vallecano in late August and underwent successful surgery in September. He is currently focused on his rehabilitation, with a return target set for September 2025. During his absence, Pedri and Marc Casado have been playing in the midfield.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs extension Bernal has signed an extension with Barcelona, according to the club.

Impact Bernal has extended his contract with Barcelona to continue his time with the club for a few more seasons, as he is now signed until 2026, holding an option for up to three more years. He saw a starting role in the opening three matches of the season before injury and should continue in that role once recovered from his long-term injury next season.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for season Bernal (knee) has successfully undergone ACL surgery and has been confirmed to be done for the season, according to his club.

Impact Bernal has had no issues with his surgery, as the midfielder is now set to start his recovery process in the coming weeks following his successful operation. He has been confirmed to be out the rest of the season, with a return set for September 2025. That said, he will hope for no setbacks, looking to return strongly after holding a starting spot to begin the season in his first professional campaign.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers torn ACL Bernal has been announced to have suffered a torn ACL in Tuesday's match against Rayo Vallecano, according to his club.

Impact Bernal's season has taken a turn early, with the midfielder likely to miss the rest of the season due to a torn ACL. This is a tough development for him, as he had started in all three games to begin the season and looked to be a key part of the team moving forward. This will likely force Fermin and Gerard Martin into bigger roles, at least until Gavi (knee) and Frankie de Jong (ankle) return from their injuries. There is a chance Bernal could see the field to end the season, although that seems very unlikely.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Flick: "Marc Bernal ha hecho un partido fantástico. Es una victoria triste por su lesión"

AUGUST 27, 2024 • YOUTUBE