Barcelona midfield star Frenkie de Jong did not train with the group on Thursday after suffering from gastroenteritis, according to reports from Diario AS. The Dutchman was forced to skip the training session as he continues to recover from the illness, raising slight concerns within the Barcelona camp ahead of El Clásico this weekend.
De Jong, who recently returned from a long-term ankle injury, has been a key figure in Hansi Flick’s plans, providing control and stability in midfield. However, his absence from Thursday’s session came as a precautionary measure, with medical staff monitoring his condition closely.
Alongside De Jong, Andreas Christensen also missed training for the same reason. The Danish defender, who has been a regular in Barcelona’s backline this season, was reportedly experiencing similar symptoms of gastroenteritis. Despite their absences, optimism remains within the Barcelona camp that both players will recover in time for Sunday’s blockbuster clash against Real Madrid.
