Overview

• The club is optimistic that Lamine Yamal, Raphinha and Fermín López will be available for Girona on Oct. 18, though Yamal’s groin issue introduces uncertainty.
• Raphinha is nearing full recovery from a thigh problem and is expected to be ready immediately after the break.
• Reports diverge on Marc-André ter Stegen’s return, ranging from late November or early December to not before January.
• Gavi underwent arthroscopic knee surgery on his meniscus and is not expected to play again this year, with a return projected around January or February.
• Goalkeeper Joan García is forecast to return in November with an eye on being available for El Clásico, while Hansi Flick is using the break to recalibrate his plans.