"The first is Pedri. Before the Christmas break, there was a slight concern within the club that his hamstring issue, which had ruled him out against Villarreal, could be serious. However, club sources now state that the Canary Island midfielder has returned to full fitness after the Christmas break. Pedri worked with the team yesterday and today, and barring a major surprise, he will start against Espanyol and play a significant role in the Spanish Super Cup."
"Another player who returned to the pitch yesterday, and again today, although only partially, is Dani Olmo. The playmaker took part actively in the session, although he did not join the majority of ball-based exercises, as was also the case yesterday. The plan is for him to be included in the squad against Espanyol, and, while he is not expected to start, he could get minutes if the coach considers it appropriate."
FC Barcelona resumed training after a mid-season break with a session at the Estadi Johan Cruyff attended by over 5,000 supporters. The squad continued preparations at the Ciutat Esportiva for next Saturday's derby against Espanyol. Pedri has recovered from a hamstring issue, rejoined full training, and is expected to start against Espanyol and play a significant role in the Spanish Super Cup. Dani Olmo returned to the pitch in a limited capacity, did not join most ball exercises, and is likely to be included in the squad but not start. The staff will monitor Olmo closely and avoid rushing his recovery. Training sessions are scheduled for tomorrow and on 1 January ahead of an intense derby influenced by the Joan Garcia transfer.
Read at Barca Universal
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