"Barcelona have been handed some good news in the wake of Thursday's disappointing defeat to Atletico in the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey as Raphinha has returned to training with his team-mates. The Brazilian has missed Barcelona's last three games due to an overload but was back in full training once again on Friday. According to Mundo Deportivo, there is optimism that Raphinha will be able to play some part in Barcelona's next game against Girona in La Liga on Monday."
"It wasn't all good news, however, as Marcus Rashford is still in the gym as he tries to shrug off a knee problem. Hansi Flick will want a response from his players after their performance against Diego Simeone's side and they could head into the match in second place in the table. Real Madrid play on Saturday against Real Sociedad and a victory for Los Blancos would send them top ahead of Barcelona's match at Montilivi."
Raphinha returned to full training after missing three games with an overload and could feature against Girona on Monday. Marcus Rashford remains in the gym while recovering from a knee problem. Barcelona seek a stronger response after suffering a disappointing Copa del Rey semi-final defeat to Atletico. A positive showing could lift Barcelona to second place, dependent on Real Madrid's result against Real Sociedad; a Los Blancos victory would place them top before Barcelona's match at Montilivi. Raphinha's availability is expected to provide a morale and tactical boost following a difficult week.
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