Concerns in Barcelona Due to Koundé's Absence from Training
There is a state of concern within FC Barcelona due to the absence of French defender Jules Koundé from the second training session in a row, just two days before the match against Real Madrid in the Clasico, according to the Spanish newspaper 'Sport'.
The newspaper clarified that Koundé did not attend the sports city this morning and also missed yesterday's training, which puts his participation against Real Madrid in serious doubt, depending on the development of his condition in the coming hours. If he does not improve, coach Hans Flick will have to consider available alternatives to fill his defensive position.
On the other hand, the team received good news with the return of Dutchman Frenkie de Jong to normal group training after fully recovering from gastroenteritis, which prevented him from participating in yesterday's training. The newspaper confirmed that the player is ready to participate in the Clasico, as he is one of the key players relied upon by Flick since the beginning of the season.
The newspaper also mentioned positive developments regarding Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, as his physiotherapist was seen at the club's facilities this morning, and the player is progressing well in his rehabilitation program. However, he will not be able to join the Clasico despite the improvement in his condition.
Thus, Barcelona is experiencing a day of mixed emotions, with concerns over Koundé's situation and optimism following De Jong's recovery and Lewandowski's improvement, as reported by the Spanish newspaper 'Sport'.
The newspaper clarified that Koundé did not attend the sports city this morning and also missed yesterday's training, which puts his participation against Real Madrid in serious doubt, depending on the development of his condition in the coming hours. If he does not improve, coach Hans Flick will have to consider available alternatives to fill his defensive position.
On the other hand, the team received good news with the return of Dutchman Frenkie de Jong to normal group training after fully recovering from gastroenteritis, which prevented him from participating in yesterday's training. The newspaper confirmed that the player is ready to participate in the Clasico, as he is one of the key players relied upon by Flick since the beginning of the season.
The newspaper also mentioned positive developments regarding Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, as his physiotherapist was seen at the club's facilities this morning, and the player is progressing well in his rehabilitation program. However, he will not be able to join the Clasico despite the improvement in his condition.
Thus, Barcelona is experiencing a day of mixed emotions, with concerns over Koundé's situation and optimism following De Jong's recovery and Lewandowski's improvement, as reported by the Spanish newspaper 'Sport'.