Key Barcelona superstar fit to start against Getafe after latest training update

Key Barcelona superstar fit to start against Getafe after latest training update Barcelona have received a major boost ahead of Saturday’s meeting with Getafe, with Joan Garcia now fit and training with the team after spending almost three weeks on the sidelines. According to an update from Alex Pintanel , the goalkeeper has completed key parts of training both yesterday and today.  Hence, after coming through the latest session without problems, Garcia is now in line to return to Hansi Flick’s starting XI. Joan Garcia fitness update: Goalkeeper ready to start against Getafe Garcia has been unavailable since September 16, when he picked up a knee problem during Barcelona’s match against Racing de Santander. Joan Garcia is training and is fit to start vs Getafe. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) Notably, the injury occurred late in the first half. The goalkeeper slipped while attempting to collect a ball and hurt his right knee.  Although he managed to see out the opening 45 minutes, Wojciech Szczęsny replaced him after the interval. Further examinations revealed bone oedema in Garcia’s right knee, forcing him to spend roughly three weeks away from competitive action. His recovery has gathered pace during the international break, giving Barcelona’s new first-choice goalkeeper additional time to recover without the pressure of a congested fixture schedule. Garcia makes timely return after knee injury Garcia’s return to group training is an important step ahead of a demanding period for Barcelona .  His latest sessions have provided encouraging signs, with the goalkeeper now understood to be fit enough to start against Getafe. Joan Garcia has recovered well during the international break. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images) The Catalan club had previously been cautious with his recovery, particularly given the nature of the knee issue. But his involvement with his teammates over the past two days has changed the outlook. If there are no setbacks before Saturday, Garcia is expected to reclaim his place between the posts. Garcia’s return gives Flick major boost Garcia’s availability comes at an ideal time for Flick, who is preparing Barcelona for the return to domestic action after the international break. Notably, if the Spaniard were to be unavailable, Flick would have picked Dominik Livakovic, but the Croatian’s latest international display has put him under immense pressure. With Garcia now training normally and showing positive sensations, Barcelona appear set to welcome back their goalkeeper against Getafe.