Will they find a compromise? Barcelona accelerates the return of its players from national teams
Alex Olise
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
Catalan club Barcelona is doing everything possible to minimize losses ahead of the rescheduled match against Osasuna, which will take place on March 27. The club's management is actively engaging with football federations, aiming to expedite the return of its players after international matches.
Details: One of the main successes was the agreement with the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) to release defender Pau Cubarsi. The player was diagnosed with a sprain of the right ankle's tibiofibular ligament, but the injury turned out to be minor. His condition will be reassessed on Monday, and then Flick will receive the final verdict on his participation in the La Liga match.
Additionally, the RFEF has accommodated the club by releasing Fermin Lopez, Pablo Torre, and Gerard Martin from the second match of Spain's youth team. They were supposed to play against Germany but will now return to Barcelona earlier and begin preparations for the La Liga match on Monday.
Reminder: Pedri, Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, Jules Kounde, and Frenkie de Jong will also return to the club on Monday and be ready for the upcoming clash. Robert Lewandowski will join the team a day later, on Tuesday.
The greatest uncertainties remain regarding the South Americans – Ronald Araujo and Raphinha. The Brazilian will play for his national team on Tuesday night against Argentina, while the Uruguayan will face Bolivia. The club is even considering organizing a private flight to ensure Araujo and Raphinha can reach Spain as quickly as possible.
