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Gavi Cleared for Newcastle Clash!
8 Mar
Summary
- Gavi included in Barcelona squad for Newcastle match pending medical clearance.
- Frenkie de Jong is injured, making the midfield thin for Barcelona.
- Marc Bernal is fit to start despite previous substitution precaution.
Barcelona has announced their squad for the first round of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 tie against Newcastle United. The significant news is the inclusion of Gavi, though his availability is subject to medical clearance.
Frenkie de Jong's absence due to injury thins Barcelona's midfield options. Midfielder Marc Bernal, initially substituted as a precaution for a stomach upset, has been cleared and is expected to be fit enough to start against Newcastle.
It remains to be seen if manager Flick will opt to start Ferran Torres, with Robert Lewandowski also an option for the forward line.
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