Felipe was forced off in the second half of Wednesday's 7-2 defeat at Barcelona with a muscle problem and is awaiting tests to determine the extent of the issue, Comuniate reports.
Analysis:Felipe had only recently returned from the hamstring micro-tear in his right thigh suffered on the opening matchday against Villarreal, making a brief substitute appearance against Alaves before returning to the starting lineup at Barcelona. He was forced off in the second half with muscular discomfort, and pending tests will determine whether this is a recurrence of the hamstring problem or a separate issue. A return against Celta looks highly unlikely in the meantime, while his absence could allow Pablo Ramon and Jeanuel Belocian to continue their increased roles in central defence with Manu and Facundo Gonzalez also available.
