The Catalan giants will return to action on January 4 following a brief winter break as they take on Barbastro in a Copa del Rey round of 32 clash. Hansi Flick is expected to field a second-string side against the fourth-tier club as the first team will prepare for their Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Athletic Club in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on January 8.
According to Marca, star winger Yamal is all set to return to training next week. The player, though, is unlikely to be risked in the less important Copa del Rey fixture as the club remain confident that the 17-year-old will be able to play some part in the Super Cup last-four tie.
The Spain international went off injured in his side's win against Leganes earlier this month and was initially ruled out for several weeks with an ankle injury.