Dovbyk's ankle injury has forced the Slovenian forward to miss out on three rounds of action as his team, FC Barcelona, take on Real Madrid in their upcoming match at the Camp Nou.
The news comes after Dovbyk was forced off during the first half of their recent game against Levante due to an ankle injury. The injury has now led to him being ruled out of the next three matches, which includes the El Clasico showdown with Real Madrid.
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde has been left disappointed by the setback and has expressed his disappointment that Dovbyk will be unable to play in what is likely to be a crucial match for both teams.
"The injury is very serious," Valverde told reporters ahead of the game. "We're going to have to wait until he's fully recovered before we can make a decision about his availability."
Dovbyk, who joined Barcelona from Dinamo Zagreb last summer, has made 26 appearances for the Catalan giants this season, scoring four goals and providing two assists. His absence could be a big blow for the team, especially given the strong form they've been in recently.
Despite the setback, Valverde has remained optimistic about his side's chances of victory. "We'll try to find a solution to replace Dovi, but I'm sure our players will step up and give us everything we need," he said.
With the match coming up so soon, it remains to be seen whether Barca can find a way to cope without Dovbyk, or if they will be forced to make some difficult decisions about their squad. But regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain - this injury is a major setback for the team, and one that will no doubt be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.