Big boost for Barcelona as superstar duo set to resume group training today | OneFootball

It has been a memorable start to the week so far for FC Barcelona, with the reopening of the redeveloped Spotify Camp Nou being announced for this Saturday.

The Catalans will finally play a game at their iconic stadium after two and a half years, when they take on Athletic Club on 22 November.

And, there is more good news leading up to the match, as manager Hansi Flick is set to welcome some important players back from injury.

Raphinha, Pedri to rejoin group training

Joan Garcia is already confirmed to be fit for the weekend clash, having been out for over a month due to a knee issue.

Now, according to Javi Miguel of AS, two more key players, Raphinha and Pedri, will resume group training with the rest of the squad today.

Raphinha has been out since late September due to a hamstring injury, with a setback last month further delaying his return.

Pedri likely to return next week. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

As for Pedri, he suffered a muscle injury during the defeat to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Now, both the Brazilian winger and the Spanish midfielder will work with the rest of the group in a part of the session to test their feelings and sensations.

Based on how they feel over the coming days, a decision regarding their availability for Saturday’s clash against Athletic Club will be made.

As things stand, it is expected that Raphinha will be given the medical all-clear to make his comeback against the Basque club.

However, Pedri may have to wait until next week’s trip to England, when Barcelona face Chelsea in the UEFA Champions League, to receive the green light from the club’s medical department.