FC Barcelona News: 17 September 2024; Dani Olmo injury confirmed, Frenkie de Jong returns to training
Frenkie de Jong trains with the squad for part of the session – FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong was the name on everyone’s lips at the Ciutat Esportiva on Monday as the Dutch international trained with his team mates for part of the session.
Dani Olmo injury update – FC Barcelona
Tests conducted this Monday morning on Dani Olmo have revealed that the FC Barcelona forward has injured his right hamstring. He is expected to be unavailable for the next four to five weeks.
An encouraging start – FC Barcelona
Five from five for Barça in the league. Hansi Flick’s team have started the season on top form with wins over Valencia, Athletic Club, Rayo Vallecano, Valladolid and Girona in the first five La Liga fixtures of the campaign.
Agreement to extend Aitana Bonmatí’s contract to 2028 – FC Barcelona
History continues. FC Barcelona have agreed terms for Ballon d’Or holder Aitana Bonmatí to remain at the club until 30 June 2028, showing just how much faith the club has in a player who has been at the club for a long time.
Ferran Torres’ one game La Liga suspension confirmed – Football España
Barcelona star Ferran Torres will miss their La Liga trip to Villarreal on September 22 due to suspension. The Spanish international was introduced in the closing stages of Barcelona’s impressive 4-1 league win away at Girona.
Barcelona have match in mind for Frenkie de Jong return – Football España
Barcelona finally look as if they may get Frenkie de Jong back after five months out of action. The Dutch midfielder has not recovered as hoped from an ankle injury that ended up affecting his ligaments in April, after two prior injuries in the same ankle.
Barcelona to offer Lamine Yamal new five-year deal following incredible statistics – Football España
Barcelona are top of the table with five wins from five games, and scoring 17 goals. While the team as a whole is performing well, there is little doubt that Lamine Yamal has been amongst the best, with the 17-year-old registering 7 goal contributions, more than any other player in La Liga.