"FC Barcelona have officially announced their squad list to face Celta Vigo later today, and there is a welcome sight for fans as Jules Kounde has been included in the travelling group despite earlier doubts over his availability. Manager Hansi Flick has had to make several difficult decisions in recent weeks due to the club's ongoing injury problems, but the French defender's inclusion offers a timely boost ahead of a tricky away fixture."
"However, the Catalan side will still be without Joan Garcia and Raphinha, who remain sidelined but are both expected to receive medical clearance soon after the upcoming international break. In more positive news, Andreas Christensen has also been given the all-clear to return after missing the last three games because of muscle discomfort. The club had remained silent on his condition for some time, but they confirmed his medical discharge, allowing him to rejoin the first-team fold."
"Meanwhile, Eric Garcia is expected to feature against Celta, though he will do so wearing a protective mask after sustaining a nose fracture during the match against Club Brugge. Adding to the tactical options, Xavi Espart has also been called up. The young full-back was initially set to feature for the reserve team, but concerns over Kounde's fitness prompted Flick to include him in the senior squad instead. Espart's inclusion continues the manager's trend of promoting talented La Masia graduates whenever injury crises arise."
FC Barcelona announced their squad to face Celta Vigo, including Jules Kounde in the travelling group despite earlier doubts over his availability. Hansi Flick has navigated injury problems and made difficult selection decisions. Joan Garcia and Raphinha remain sidelined but are expected to receive medical clearance soon after the international break. Andreas Christensen has been given the all-clear after missing three games with muscle discomfort and has rejoined the first-team. Eric Garcia is expected to play wearing a protective mask after a nose fracture sustained against Club Brugge. Xavi Espart was called up from the reserves and homegrown players continue gaining first-team experience.
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