"Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde are back in the squad, having received the official medical clearance, after recovering from their respective hamstring injuries."
"Barcelona continue to be without key midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who has now been joined by Raphinha on the sidelines."
"Marc Bernal and Kounde are both on four yellow cards, meaning a caution tonight could lead to a suspension for next week's Catalan derby against RCD Espanyol."
FC Barcelona prepares to face Atletico Madrid for the fourth time this season, seeking to solidify their position at the top of La Liga. Manager Hansi Flick has announced the squad, highlighting the return of defenders Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde after recovering from hamstring injuries. Eric Garcia is also fit to play. However, the team will miss midfielder Frenkie de Jong and Raphinha, while Andreas Christensen remains sidelined. Academy players Tommy Marques and Xavi Espart have been included, and Eder Aller replaces Diego Kochen as the third goalkeeper.
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