Barcelona still without Raphinha, unlikely to face Mallorca

Hansi Flick's FC Barcelona returned to training after their Copa del Rey encounter in Albacete without Raphinha, who now looks set to miss Saturday's league fixture against Mallorca.

The Brazilian is suffering from an overload in his right adductor, which previously kept him out of the match against Albacete. Flick stressed that the forward needed to return to the squad gradually following a string of physical issues at the start of the season.

Alongside Raphinha, Pedri, Christensen, and Gavi also remain sidelined. Gavi is now in the final weeks of his recovery, with five months passing since his meniscus operation by the end of the month.

Thursday's session, held under a light drizzle, saw reserve team players Emilio Bernad and Tommy Marques take part. The squad will train again on Friday, after which Flick will hold his customary pre-match press conference.