FC Barcelona resumed training on Thursday with just 72 hours remaining before their La Liga match against Levante, after head coach Hansi Flick granted the squad two days off.

Pedri returns as Eric Garcia and Rashford train normally with the Barcelona’s group

The Catalans were greeted by major positive news as Pedri rejoined group training and completed part of the session with his teammates. All signs suggest the midfield star will be fit enough to get minutes on Sunday at the Spotify Camp Nou.

Adding to the optimism, SPORT reports that both Eric Garcia and Marcus Rashford trained normally with the squad. If their progress continues without setbacks, the pair are expected to be available for the weekend fixture.

Garcia had been forced to request substitution during Monday’s match against Girona after feeling discomfort in his hamstring. While the initial reaction raised concerns, medical tests carried out in recent days ruled out any injury.

The defender’s return to full training now puts him in contention to feature against Levante.

Rashford, meanwhile, had missed Barcelona’s last two matchday squads against Atletico Madrid and Girona due to discomfort in his left knee, an issue he picked up during the game against Mallorca.

Although some reports had suggested he might not return until next week, the Manchester United loanee was able to train normally on Thursday and could now be in line for a comeback against Levante.

With Gavi also edging closer to a return, Barcelona’s injury situation appears to be improving significantly at a crucial stage of the season.