"Indeed, according to SPORT, Marcus Rashford has left the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper early on Friday morning, creating significant uncertainty less than 24 hours before Barcelona face Athletic Club. The English forward was absent from training on Thursday as well, with the reasons for the same being unclear. As for today, the 28-year-old arrived at the Barcelona training facilities but departed shortly after 9 am. This puts his availability for the game against the Basque club under serious doubt."
"Leading up to the game, Hansi Flick welcomed good news on the fitness front as Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Joan Garcia, and Marc Casado are all set to be available. As mentioned earlier, Garcia, Raphinha, Casado and Lamine are all available, with Yamal fully fit. Pedri is unlikely to make it as he trained separately throughout the week and is expected to be protected for the Chelsea game."
"Rashford is one of two Barcelona players who have featured in every match of the season so far. His unexpected exit from the premises has raised concern inside the club. As things stand, though, the main concern seems to be Rashford. The forward had already missed Thursday's training session, and he will be unable to participate in Friday's final session. There is some hope that he may still be available for the match."
FC Barcelona return to the Spotify Camp Nou after two and a half years away for renovations, hosting Athletic Club in La Liga. Several players are available for selection, including Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Joan Garcia and Marc Casado, with Yamal fully fit. Pedri trained separately all week and is unlikely to play, being protected ahead of the Chelsea game. Marcus Rashford left the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper early after missing Thursday's session, raising significant doubts about his participation. The club may issue a medical statement if Rashford is ruled out.
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