Ferran to make a comeback? Barcelona team news ahead of Brest clash | OneFootball

Following a disappointing result against Celta Vigo, Barcelona will shift their focus back to the Champions League as they take on Brest this midweek.

It will be a must-win game for the Catalans, as they look to further consolidate their position inside the top eight in the league stage.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has struggled with injuries to several key players in the past few weeks, which has hampered the team’s performance.

Barcelona team news vs Brest

A recent report from Mundo Deportivo has offered a comprehensive update on the fitness of the injured Barcelona players ahead of the Brest game.

The biggest headline heading into this game will be the absence of Lamine Yamal, who will be ruled out due to sustained pain in his right ankle.

Lamine Yamal won’t be available against Brest (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Yamal joins Ansu Fati, Marc Andre ter Stegen and Andreas Christensen on the list of absentees for Barcelona.

What about Araujo & Ferran?

While Yamal has been ruled out, there could be positive for Barcelona on the fitness of other injured stars, including Ronald Araujo and Ferran Torres.

Both players did part of the group work, though they are more likely to return next weekend. There is, however, a possibility Ferran’s return could be moved early and the Spaniard could make the squad against Brest.

One player who is more than likely to feature in the Brest squad is Eric Garcia. Flick can once again count on the services of the former Man City defender after a brief spell on the sidelines.

Alejandro Balde, meanwhile, remains a doubt for the Brest game. The young left-back missed out against Celta Vigo due to discomfort and his condition will be assessed during Monday’s session.