"Heading into this game, Hansi Flick has been handed some good news, with Pedri returning to training. The coach has confirmed he is fit enough to play a few minutes. Marcus Rashford, too, has rejoined training. While Gavi has made significant strides as well, his return to the pitch could still be a few weeks away, with Flick sounding extra cautious during his pre-match press conference."
"Flick is unlikely to make too many changes from the side that lost to Girona on Monday. Joan Garcia will continue in between the sticks as ever, with the Spaniard eyeing his first call-up to the Spanish national team for next month. In defence, Jules Kounde is one of three players running a suspension risk. But he will continue at right-back, with Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia operating in central defence."
Barcelona can reclaim the top spot in the league with a victory over Levante after Real Madrid's 2-1 defeat by Osasuna. Barcelona arrive after consecutive losses to Atletico Madrid and Girona, leaving confidence low. Pedri has returned to training and is available for a few minutes as a substitute, while Marcus Rashford has rejoined training. Gavi has improved but remains several weeks from a return. Flick is expected to keep Joan Garcia in goal, with Jules Kounde at right-back and Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia in central defence. Alejandro Balde may replace Gerard Martin at left-back. Frenkie de Jong is likely to start while Pedri is saved for late minutes.
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