Barcelona and its fans received good news ahead of the anticipated Clasico match against Real Madrid, as part of the upcoming round of La Liga, just days after the disappointment of being eliminated from the Champions League.

In today's training session, left-back Alejandro Balde returned to participate in part of the team training, indicating that he is close to a full recovery from the injury that has kept him away from the team recently.

Balde is expected to receive medical clearance to participate within the next two days, making him ready to be included in the squad for the Clasico match on Sunday evening at the Montjuïc Stadium.

Coach Hans Flick relies on Balde's return to strengthen the left flank, especially given the importance of the match which could largely determine the league title, if Barcelona wins and extends the gap with Real Madrid to 7 points before 3 rounds to the end.