Barcelona have been dealt a blow with the news that Brazilian full-back Adriano will be sidelined for three weeks through injury.
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The 28-year-old was replaced by Dani Alves shortly after netting his side's opener in the 3-1 win over Celta Vigo on Saturday evening.
Adriano joins Carles Puyol, Eric Abidal and Gerard Pique on the sidelines, adding to Barca coach Tito Vilanova's defensive injury woes.
A statement on the club's website read: "Adriano Correia sustained a tear in the adductor of his right thigh in tonight's match against Celta.
"He'll be out of action for three weeks, according to the club's medical services."
This leaves Vilanova with a selection headache ahead of Wednesday night's Champions League encounter with Scottish champions Celtic.
The Spanish tactician is likely to call on Alex Song, Javier Mascherano and Alves to plug the gap in his defence.
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