"Leading up to the game, the Blaugrana look set to welcome Raphinha and Joan Garcia back into the scheme of things, with the pair recovering fully from their injuries. Pedri, too, is closing in on a comeback, but did not train with the group today, as Barcelona do not wish to take any risks by rushing him back. Guillem Victor called up According to Sergi Capdevila of SPORT, Hansi Flick called up young right-back Guillem Victor to first-team training today."
"A few days ago, Xavi Espart was injured while on duty with the Spanish U-19 national team. The La Masia right-back had been training regularly with the first team, so Flick needed another option to support Jules Kounde in that position. One of the candidates was Landry Farre. However, the 18-year-old Barça Atletic player suffered a knee injury against Espanyol B in last Sunday's derby."
"Given the situation, Flick opted to call Guillem Victor to first-team training today to provide cover in the right-back position. Joan Anaya would have been an option, but he will be needed by the reserve team in Farre and Espart's absence. The 18-year-old starlet, brother of former Barcelona forward Pau Victor, is currently a part of the Juvenil A setup, but has also played for Barça Atletic on one occasion."
Barcelona prepare to resume La Liga this weekend, hosting Athletic Club at the Spotify Camp Nou after over 900 days away. Raphinha and Joan Garcia have recovered from injuries and are set to rejoin the squad; Pedri is nearing a comeback but did not join group training to avoid risks. Right-back depth is strained after Xavi Espart suffered an injury with Spain U-19 and Barça Atlètic’s Landry Farre sustained a knee injury. Hansi Flick called up 18-year-old Guillem Victor from Juvenil A to provide right-back cover while Joan Anaya remains with the reserves.
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