Barcelona begin El Clásico preparations as Dani Olmo adductor injury confirmed

Barcelona return to training after PSG and set sights on El Clásico

Barcelona returned to work at the Ciutat Esportiva on Wednesday, 22 October 2026, with recovery sessions for the players who logged the most minutes in the Parc des Princes and a full squad training for the week ahead.

The session comes as preparations begin for next Sunday’s El Clásico in La Liga.

Dani Olmo injury confirmed

Tests carried out on Dani Olmo have confirmed the midfielder is suffering from an injury to his left adductor muscle. The club has not provided a timeframe for his return, but the setback comes at a crucial point in the build-up to the Clasico.

Koundé a major doubt for Clasico

According to Mundo Deportivo, the coaching staff are pessimistic about Koundé being fit for next Sunday’s game due to the severe ankle sprain he is suffering from. The defender’s availability is described as very difficult.

Xavi Espart ankle knock explained

Mundo Deportivo reports Xavi Espart was substituted against Paris Saint-Germain because of an ankle knock. The full-back is expected to be available on Sunday for El Clásico despite the issue.

FC Barcelona highlighted Espart’s performance in Paris separately, noting the full-back put in an excellent display against PSG, proving growing maturity and promise for the future.

Lamine Yamal continues assist form

Barcelona’s round-up also flagged Lamine Yamal’s double-digit contributions in 2026/27. The club notes nobody has provided more assists in Europe’s five biggest leagues this season.

For context, a FotMob player snapshot taken on 2026-10-21 shows Yamal with 9 La Liga appearances, 8 goals and 6 assists in 2026-27.