Barcelona Handed Fitness Boost as Joan García Returns to Training Ahead of Getafe Clash

Joan García Back on the Grass at Ciutat Esportiva

Barcelona have been handed a timely fitness boost ahead of their post-international break return to LaLiga action, with goalkeeper Joan García back training on grass alongside the rest of Hansi Flick's squad.

The 25-year-old Spanish international had been sidelined since slipping awkwardly during a LaLiga meeting with Racing Santander, an incident that was later revealed to have caused a knee injury. He spent recent weeks working on his recovery at the Ciutat Esportiva under the watchful eye of the Barcelona medical department.

As reported by Mundo Deportivo, Joan García rejoined full group training for the first time this month on Wednesday, putting him in contention to feature when Flick's side host Getafe at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday.

Wider Injury Picture Improves

The goalkeeper's return comes on top of earlier positive news on the personnel front. According to previous coverage from October 3, 2026, defender Eric García and attacker Raphinha had already been declared available after their own recent injury concerns, easing the pressure on Flick's squad ahead of a demanding run of fixtures.

Raphinha's situation had been a particular talking point after he was sent back to Barcelona early from international duty with a knock, while Yamal's heavy workload with Spain had also raised eyebrows. With Joan García now edging closer to competitive action and both Eric García and Raphinha in the mix, Flick has greater flexibility to rotate as the schedule tightens.

Barcelona enter the Getafe fixture looking to protect their perfect start to the LaLiga campaign, and the return of key squad members will be central to that effort.