Overmars set to replace Garcia against Celts

Barcelona winger Luis Garcia has been ruled out of the UEFA Cup fourth round second leg clash with Celtic after a knee injury - with Marc Overmars set to replace him.

Barcelona winger Luis Garcia has been ruled out of the UEFA Cup fourth round second leg clash with Celtic after a knee injury - with Marc Overmars set to replace him.

The player suffered ligament damage in his right knee during the league game with Murcia and will be missing for up to four weeks.

Barca coach Frank Rijkaard is now expected to turn to former Arsenal wide-man Marc Overmars when the Catalan club attempt to overturn the 1-0 deficit against the Hoops on March 25.

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