Balde and Kounde complete part of the session with the rest of the squad – FC Barcelona
Still without the players away on international duty, the Monday workout saw all the available players take part plus Tommy, Cortés and Emilio from the Barça Atlètic squad. Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde carried out part of the session with the rest of the squad as they continue their respective recoveries from injury.
Barça v Atlético triple-header: three very different matches in 10 days – FC Barcelona Blaugranes
and mattress-makers set to go head-to-head three times over a short period, but there are differences to each game.
Countdown for Balde, Koundé and De Jong – Mundo Deportivo
All three have recovered well from their respective injuries and are in the final stages of their recovery processes in order to be available for the match against Atlético. The full-backs are more likely to be available than the Dutch midfielder.
Days off for Raphinha – Mundo Deportivo
After the length of his absence was confirmed, and given that he is unable to train, Barça granted Raphinha a few days’ leave to travel to Brazil, spend time with his family, and recover from the emotional blow of his injury. The player already knows the guidelines for his recovery and will return to Barcelona in the coming days to continue treatment.
Nagelsmann gives Ter Stegen a glimmer of hope for the World Cup – Mundo Deportivo
The German coach confirmed that he has spoken with the goalkeeper and that they will be “patient” regarding his possible call-up for the tournament.
Marc Cucurella’s bold wink to Barça: “It would be hard to refuse” – Mundo Deportivo
“It’s not just about me. I’d have to think about my family. If it happens, it happens, and we’ll see what decision is made,” he said regarding the possibility of returning to Barcelona.
Juventus are crunching the numbers for Lewandowski’s arrival – Mundo Deportivo
The Italian club sees the signing of the Polish striker for free as viable and would pair him with Vlahovic, Kolo Muani and Yildiz, but they will have to make sales to balance their books.
