Frenkie de Jong returns to Barcelona training, Karim Adeyemi also ready

Tuesday's training session brought positive news for Barcelona as Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong returned to group training. The return marks an important step in his recovery from the knee injury that kept him sidelined for nearly four months. Barcelona's official Instagram account welcomed him with a message: 'Frenkie returns to training! Back to taking part in training with the group! Welcome back, Frenkie de Jong.' De Jong damaged the medial collateral ligament in his right knee at the 2026 World Cup. He chose conservative treatment instead of surgery. This made the recovery process long and gradual. He trained individually on Monday before his condition allowed him to rejoin the group on Tuesday. Hansi Flick will be delighted, but a place in group training does not mean he is ready for matches. Barcelona do not want any risks after an injury that cost the player almost four months on the sidelines. Karim Adeyemi also returned to training after completing his duties with Germany over the international break. He started both matches against the Netherlands and Greece, playing on the right wing each time. Against the Netherlands, he played 80 minutes and provided an assist in a 1-1 draw. Against Greece, he played 76 minutes. For Barcelona in the 2026/27 season, Adeyemi has made three starts, scoring three goals and providing three assists. With both players back, Barcelona have more options for the busy schedule. De Jong adds control and depth to midfield, while Adeyemi brings speed and directness in attack. The club remain cautious with De Jong, but the overall atmosphere at training is positive.