FC Barcelona receives a massive lift as their key star rejoins group training, injecting fresh momentum into Hansi Flick’s squad
After securing a hard-fought 3-1 La Liga victory over Elche at the temporary home of Montjuïc, the team returned to training on Monday with a clear focus on recovery and reintegration.
While the starting eleven managed workloads in the gym to preserve freshness for a packed November schedule, the spotlight fell on the training pitch—where substitutes, fringe players, and those emerging from the treatment room worked under the Catalan sun.
With the Champions League clash against Club Brugge looming midweek and a demanding fixture list ahead, every return to group training carries weight, offering Flick tactical flexibility and depth as the Blaugrana aim to maintain their domestic lead and advance in Europe.
The most promising update came from the return of key Barcelona star Andreas Christensen to full group training, as reported by Diario Sport.
The Danish defender joined low-intensity drills with squad members who saw limited action against Elche. Sidelined for three key fixtures—Champions League against Olympiacos, El Clásico versus Real Madrid, and the Elche win—due to illness followed by a muscle injury, Christensen now reports positive progress.
Barring setbacks, he’s in line for Wednesday’s squad in Brugge, bolstering a depleted backline with his composure and ball-playing ability.
Flick has ruled Joan Garciaout until after the international break, targeting the November 22 La Liga clash with Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou and the Chelsea showdown three days later.
The 24-year-old’s absence has tested depth, but Wojciech Szczesny has held firm.
These returns signal momentum. Christensen strengthens defense, Espart injects youth, and Garcia’s timeline ensures caution. As Barcelona top La Liga and eye Champions League progress, Flick’s squad rebuilds smartly—poised to peak post-break.
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