De Jong Returns to Barcelona Training After Birth of Second Child

Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong has returned to training with FC Barcelona after welcoming his second child, during a week that saw him partially absent from training sessions due to the approaching birth.

According to Spanish newspaper "Sport," De Jong missed the team's training on Tuesday, before participating on Wednesday, and then missing part of the training session on Thursday. After the birth of his child, the player returned to training on Friday morning, where he received congratulations from his teammates through the traditional slap line within the team.

Despite his return, De Jong did not participate in the group training, opting instead for a special training session with one of the physical trainers, in a move aimed at compensating for his absence during the week. He is expected to be ready to participate in Barcelona's upcoming match against Levante.

In related news, Robert Lewandowski participated in the team's training, having had an extended session with the head of physical preparation Julio Toss before the training. The Polish star is looking forward to his first appearance this season, although the coaching staff continues to handle him with caution.

It is worth noting that player Bardhi also did not participate in training in preparation for a friendly match this evening against Athletic Lleid, while Hector Fort was absent as he is nearing a departure from the team.