Barcelona to have trio of key players back for trip to RCD Mallorca

Barcelona are in disappointing form after beating their rivals early in La Liga, but there are reasons for positivity for manager Hansi Flick. As the Blaugrana travel to Son Moix to take on RCD Mallorca, they are likely to field their first-choice XI early in the season.

Dani Olmo was a notable absence in their comeback against Las Palmas, with the Terrassa native training alone on Sunday, but MD say he will be fit for their away match on Tuesday evening. In addition, Marc Casado has returned from suspension after his red card against Celta Vigo, Alejandro Balde has recovered from his neck injury without any problems and Lamine Yamal can start again after 45 minutes of action at Montjuic.

After three games without a win, three points are a must for Flick's side after their La Liga lead was wiped out in November. The Blaugrana now face a tricky series before Christmas, with their trip to Mallorca followed by Real Betis away, Borussia Dortmund away, Leganes in Barcelona and then the visit of Atletico Madrid.