Another piece of good news as the blaugrana captain is set to return, as confirmed by Hansi Flick during the press conference ahead of the Valladolid game. It will be Marc-André ter Stegen's first start after recovering from the tendon injury to his right knee.

 

Flick was quick to answer the question, stating "Marc will play tomorrow". The coach explained that Ter Stegen "has been training fantastically well for some time" and acknowledged that he is back at a "good level". As such and to give Szczesny a rest, the captain will be back in the FC Barcelona goal after 223 days out.

Focused on LaLiga

The game against Valladolid may be coming between the Champions League semifinal legs, but the blaugranes are quite clear where their focus should be. "LaLiga is most important now, it is the best possible recognition for being at the highest level throughout the season. That's why a win is vital, games like these decide the competition", acknowledged the blaugrana coach.

For that reason Hansi Flick explained that he is likely to rotate, albeit he is taking everyone available to him. In fact, the German coach made a point of emphasising that player health needs to be considered, stating "We have to do what the medical staff say and see who can play. Important days are coming and clearly we should rotate".

All the same, the blaugranes know that this Saturday poses a tough challenge. "Teams like Valladolid want to show what they can do against the big teams. We have to match their attitude and mentality", admitted the coach.

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