Christensen returns as Inigo Martinez makes way in Barcelona squad to face Betis

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Christensen has been included in Hansi Flick's squad for Saturday's encounter. EFE

Barcelona have announced their 22-man squad for Saturday's LaLiga fixture against Real Betis at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. The main headline is the return of Andreas Christensen, while Inigo Martinez has been left out.

Christensen is back in contention after recovering from a recurrence of his soleus injury, which had sidelined him since early March.

The Danish centre-back resumed training following the international break and, having taken the necessary precautions, has now been included in Hansi Flick's squad for Saturday's clash in Montjuic.

Christensen has yet to make an appearance this season due to ongoing fitness issues. In addition to his return, the squad remains without long-term absentees Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Marc Bernal, while Marc Casado and Dani Olmo are also unavailable.

Inigo Martinez has been given a rest.


Barcelona squad vs Real Betis

Goalkeepers: Szczesny, Inaki Pena and Kochen

Defenders: Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Ronald Araujo, Alex Balde, Eric Garcia, Christensen, Hector Fort and Gerard Martin

Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Gavi, Fermin Lopez and Pablo Torre

Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Ferran Torres, Ansu Fati and Pau Victor

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