Garcia rejoins group as Barcelona prepare for Getafe
Barcelona returned to training on Monday after a short break to begin preparing for Saturday's La Liga fixture against Getafe. Eric Garcia took part after leaving the Spain squad because of a knee problem, suggesting he could be available. Frenkie de Jong, Joan Garcia and Raphinha continued individual work, while other first-team players joined the session.
Barcelona resumed training Monday following a brief pause, turning attention to Saturday’s league meeting with Getafe. Eric Garcia participated after withdrawing from Spain’s squad with a knee issue, a sign he may be ready. Frenkie de Jong, Joan Garcia and Raphinha again trained separately while managing knocks.
Several senior players joined the session, including Wojciech Szczesny, Gavi, Gerard Martín, Gabriel Jesús, Brian Farinas and Alejandro Balde. Manager Hansi Flick had rested non-international players, and more squad members are due back after Nations League duty. The defending champions face a busy October schedule.
Barcelona’s training update may matter most to supporters and La Liga viewers, who could gain confidence about squad availability before Getafe. A fitter Eric Garcia may affect team selection and match quality, while individual workloads for De Jong, Joan Garcia and Raphinha could shape expectations. Local matchday businesses and broadcasters may see modest interest tied to Barcelona’s return. The story is unlikely to have broad societal effects beyond sports audiences.