No Fermin Lopez or Marc Bernal as Barcelona return to training ahead of Celta test

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Barcelona returned to training after their Champions League exit, but Fermin Lopez and Marc Bernal were absent due to injuries. Lopez is recovering from a facial injury, while Bernal is dealing with an ankle sprain.

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Barcelona returned to training after Champions League exit
Fermin Lopez is recovering from a facial injury
Marc Bernal is dealing with an ankle sprain
Both players aim to be fit for the next match
Barcelona seeks to retain their La Liga title

Fermin LopezMarc BernalFC BarcelonaCelta Vigo

MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 14: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona looks on after a cut during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg match between Club Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 14, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Diego Souto/Getty Images) | Getty Images Barcelona were back in training on Saturday for the first time since their Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid. Manager Hansi Flick gave his squad a couple of days off after the game in the Spanish capital, but the players were back at work on Saturday as they prepare for their next game against Celta Vigo. There was no sign of either Fermin Lopez or Marc Bernal in the session, with both players struggling with different physical issues. Lopez trained in the gym as he’s still feeling the effects of a nasty collision with Jan Musso that left him needing stitches in a facial injury during the game against Atletico. As for Bernal, he was included in the squad for the match but still hasn’t been passed fit after Barcelona hope that both players will be available for their next match, as Flick’s side aim to finish the season on a high by retaining their La Liga title.

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What injuries are Fermin Lopez and Marc Bernal dealing with?

Fermin Lopez is recovering from a facial injury requiring stitches, while Marc Bernal has not been cleared to play due to an ankle sprain.

When will Barcelona play their next match against Celta Vigo?

Barcelona is preparing for their next match against Celta Vigo following their training session after the Champions League exit.

What is the significance of Barcelona's training session after the Champions League exit?

The training session marks Barcelona's return to focus as they aim to finish the season strong and retain their La Liga title.

No Fermin Lopez or Marc Bernal as Barcelona return to training ahead of Celta test

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