Injury update: Barcelona midfielder is back and will be available for Real Madrid clash

Barcelona have been given a huge boost in context of their La Liga pursuit as Fernando Polo reports that Pedri is back and will be available for selection against Real Madrid next weekend.

Pedri picked up a hamstring injury against Manchester United in the first leg and was subbed out before half-time. He has not appeared in any games since, which has put a huge dent in Barcelona’s performances, scorelines and results.

Barça have lost their unbeaten streak, losing to Manchester United in the second leg, and then to Almeria in the league. And while they have won the other three games, the performances were dull and included two 1-0 wins.

Pedri’s return comes at a crucial time for Barcelona with just 14 gameweeks remaining before the Spanish season comes to a close. The Catalans are currently six points clear off Real Madrid, with a game in hand.

They are also in the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey, and will go into the second leg at the Camp Nou against Madrid with a 1-0 advantage on their hands.

Barcelona have also been boosted by Robert Lewandowski’s return, who missed the last two games due to a muscle strain. The Polish striker is in the squad list for the Athletic Club clash tonight, and is expected to start.

The only other player missing right now is Ousmane Dembele. The Frenchman has been sidelined since Barça’s 0-1 win against Girona, when he picked up a hamstring injury.

Dembele is expected to be back next weekend to face Real Madrid, as well but will likely start on the bench.

Barça will be hoping to maintain their winning run now that several of their key players are returning to action. With two competitions still on the line, a domestic treble could headline an impressive first full season for Xavi.