"With just 48 hours left before the derby, the players were due to train this evening at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper to begin the first session of 2026 and the penultimate workout ahead of the match against their city rivals. But Lamine was not part of the session. While the academy graduate did arrive at the club's facilities, he left a few minutes later and was unable to take part in the collective session led by Hansi Flick."
"For the time being, Barcelona have not issued any official communication regarding the reasons for his absence, but club sources indicated that it is not due to any significant problem. Providing an update on the situation, Javi Miguel of AS has now come out and reported that Lamine's absence from the session today was due to general discomfort. As things stand, both reports indicate that Lamine's availability for the trip to Cornella-El Prat is not in danger."
Lamine Yamal did not train with the group and left the club facilities a few minutes after arriving. The session was the first of 2026 and the penultimate workout ahead of the derby against RCD Espanyol, scheduled in 48 hours. Barcelona have not issued any official communication about his absence, and club sources indicated the absence is not due to any significant problem. The absence was attributed to general discomfort. His availability for the trip to Cornella-El Prat is not in danger and he is expected to be fit to face Espanyol. Coaching staff will monitor him closely before the final training session tomorrow at 11:00. Hansi Flick's selection decisions will take the situation and the upcoming Spanish Super Cup into account.
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