Frenkie de Jong Returns to Training for Barcelona Ahead of Atlético Madrid Clash

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FC Barcelona has received a welcome piece of positive news regarding player availability. Midfielder Frenkie de Jong has returned to group training with the Catalan club.

De Jong was sidelined for Barcelona’s recent encounter against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. His absence was felt during the match, which Barcelona ultimately lost 2-0.

The Dutch international has been out of action since late February due to a significant hamstring injury. Therefore, news of his return to training will be met with great enthusiasm by all associated with Barcelona.

According to reports from Barcelona insider Carlos Monfort, De Jong rejoined his teammates for a partial training session on Thursday morning. He participated in specific drills, fueling hopes that he will be declared fit to start in the upcoming fixture against Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano next Tuesday.

English Translation:

FC Barcelona has received a welcome piece of positive news regarding player availability. Midfielder Frenkie de Jong has returned to group training with the Catalan club.

De Jong was sidelined for Barcelona’s recent encounter against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. His absence was felt during the match, which Barcelona ultimately lost 2-0.

The Dutch international has been out of action since late February due to a significant hamstring injury. Therefore, news of his return to training will be met with great enthusiasm by all associated with Barcelona.

According to reports from Barcelona insider Carlos Monfort, De Jong rejoined his teammates for a partial training session on Thursday morning. He participated in specific drills, fueling hopes that he will be declared fit to start in the upcoming fixture against Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano next Tuesday.

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