Barcelona’s Vital Trio Set for Comeback: Inigo Martinez, Pedri, and Ter Stegen Return to Boost Blaugrana’s Title Pursuit

Inigo Martinez, Pedri, and Ter Stegen are slated to rejoin training later this month, as reported by Juan Jimenez of AS. While Martinez has already participated in partial team training, he won’t be in contention for the upcoming clash against Las Palmas on Thursday.

Pedri is anticipated to make his return before the month concludes, and Ter Stegen is gearing up for a comeback after nearly three months on the sidelines.

Barcelona has been grappling with injuries, with Gavi and Marcos Alonso also on the treatment table in recent weeks. Despite these setbacks, Barcelona has been comparatively fortunate in the injury department this season, especially in contrast to their arch-rivals, Real Madrid. The Whites have been enduring the absence of three key players due to ACL injuries, reaching a point last month where nine first-team players were sidelined.

As Barcelona trails by seven points in the title race, the return of these crucial players becomes paramount, emphasizing the need for a fully fit and firing squad as they enter the new year.