Dani Olmo is set to return for FC Barcelona in their Champions League quarter-final against Borussia Dortmund after recovering from an adductor injury. His presence is crucial, as he offers a unique, attacking style that could benefit Barcelona in this critical matchup. Conversely, Alejandro Balde will miss the game due to a hamstring injury sustained in a recent match. Barcelona previously secured a 4-0 win against Dortmund, leaving them in a strong position ahead of the second leg of the tie. Coach Hansi Flick is already strategizing for upcoming matches, including the Copa del Rey final.
Olmo's return is a significant boost. The former RB Leipzig playmaker brings a direct, penetrative style which isn't boasted by many of his teammates.
Across three previous visits to that particular corner of the Ruhr region, Olmo has scored twice and created another goal.
Alejandro Balde pulled up with a hamstring injury during the club's narrow 1-0 victory over Leganes on Saturday night and is expected to be sidelined for around three weeks.
Flick may already have one eye on that showpiece fixture at the end of April given the club's comfortable position in this Champions League tie.
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