Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara has said his latest knee injury is not serious but will keep him out for "a few weeks."

Thiago had to come off during the first half of Spain's 2-0 friendly win over England on Friday, and scans showed damage to the medial collateral ligament in his right knee.

There had been fears the 24-year-old, who has suffered a succession of knee problems in recent seasons, could have faced another extended spell on the sidelines.

But he wrote on Twitter: "Fortunately, I will be out just for a few weeks. Thanks for your support"

Por fortuna sólo estaré fuera unas pocas semanas / Fortunately I will be out just for a few weeks Thanks for your support messages. - Thiago Alcantara (@Thiago6) November 15, 2015

On Saturday, it was confirmed that he had been withdrawn from the Spain squad for Tuesday's friendly against Belgium.

A statement from the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) said: "Taking into account the operations the player has undergone, and as a matter of prevention, it has been decided for the player to leave the Spain camp.

"He will have further tests and work with Bayern Munich's medical staff, who have been in constant contact with Spain's staff since the footballer left the pitch at the Spain-England friendly."

Spain visit Belgium as they continue their preparations for the 2016 European Championship, where they will be defending the title.