Ousmane Dembélé makes long-awaited return from injury

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Padraig Whelan·28 April 2023

Barcelona have named fit-again Ousmane Dembélé in their matchday squad for this weekend’s clash with Real Betis.

✅ Ousmane Dembélé is fit and in the squad for #BarçaBetis!
– Friday, 28 April 2023

It is the first time the Frenchman has been part of the group since picking up a hamstring injury against Girona exactly three months ago.

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Although it had been hoped he would return before now, he suffered several setbacks in his recovery.

Despite the injury history throughout his career, it was the first significant issue Dembélé had suffered since Xavi took over at the Camp Nou.

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Prior to that point, he ad been enjoying his best season with the Blaugrana, registering eight goals and seven assists.

In addition, Barça also confirmed that Andreas Christensen has returned to the squad after his own fitness problems.