Douglas takes Jordi Alba's place in squad list as Barça head to Vigo

Catalan defender to miss match at Celta with neck pain, cedes spot to his Brazilian teammate who has been medically cleared

According to FC Barcelona's Medical Services team, wing-back Jordi Alba is suffering from neck soreness and has been ruled out for Wednesday's game in Vigo versus Celta. Alba's has been replaced on the squad list by the Brazilian defender Douglas, who has been medically cleared and activated for the game.

Douglas has been out since 29 July when he injured his right hamstring during FC Barcelona's preseason friendly with Chelsea in Washington DC.

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