"However, in a major boost for Barcelona, Jofre has been officially released from the squad by coach Paco Gallardo, clearing the path for him to play on Tuesday, reports Mundo Deportivo. The defender, who already made his official debut under Flick in a La Liga match against Mallorca in August, trained with the seniors on Sunday after being on the bench against Osasuna."
"The match presents a perfect opportunity for Hansi Flick to rotate his squad, resting key starters in defence like Alejandro Balde and Gerard Martin, who have accumulated significant minutes in recent weeks. With rotations expected, the spotlight has fallen on the club's younger talents, particularly Jofre Torrents. Jofre Torrents released by Spain U19 The young left-back, who is currently with Barça Atlètic but works within the first-team dynamics, was a clear candidate to start or at least feature significantly against Guadalajara."
Barcelona will travel to face CD Guadalajara in the Copa del Rey Round of 32, a match suited for squad rotation to rest defenders Alejandro Balde and Gerard Martin after heavy minutes. Young players, notably left-back Jofre Torrents, stand to benefit from rotation. Jofre initially faced a Spain U19 call-up for the SBS International Cup in Japan that would have kept him away from December 15–21, but he was released from that squad by coach Paco Gallardo and is now available to play. Jofre trained with the first team after being on the bench against Osasuna. Juan Hernandez was also released, while Robert Lewandowski is doubtful and Frenkie de Jong is expected to start.
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