Manager Hansi Flick is expected to make one change to the starting eleven that secured a recent 3–1 victory over Elche.
Barcelona receive a significant boost ahead of their trip to Belgium to face Club Brugge at the Jan Breydel Stadium on November 5, 2025.
Although Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo have recovered from their respective injuries and are available for selection, both are expected to start from the bench as they continue to regain match fitness.
Meanwhile, John Garcia (knee) and Andreas Christensen (calf) are not ready to return and will likely be available for the upcoming match against Celta de Vigo.
Gavi (knee), Marc-André ter Stegen (back), Raphinha (hamstring), and Pedri (hamstring) remain in the treatment room and are unavailable for this fixture.
Barcelona enter Matchday 4 of the Champions League with six points from three games, following a spectacular 6–1 win over Olympiacos. Flick’s side now look to maintain momentum in what could be a decisive clash in the group stage.
Based on the available information, Barcelona are expected to line up in Flick’s preferred 4-2-3-1, a system designed to encourage high pressing, dynamic movement, and quick attacking transitions.
With Ter Stegen sidelined, Szczęsny is set to retain his place in goal. At full-back, Jules Koundé and Alejandro Balde will provide width and defensive balance.
Flick is expected to make one defensive change, with Pau Cubarsí replacing Ronald Araújo, partnering Eric García in central defence.
In midfield, the continued absence of Pedri means Frenkie de Jong takes on full creative responsibility.
His partnership with the energetic Fermín López and the disciplined Marc Casadó will be crucial in controlling the tempo and supplying the attacking trio.
In attack, the frontline takes on a different shape with Ferran Torres expected to start as the central forward in place of Lewandowski.
On the left, Marcus Rashford’s explosive form makes him Barcelona’s primary wide threat, while Lamine Yamal will look to use his dribbling ability and pace to disrupt the Brugge backline.
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