Flick gives good news on De Jong, less on Raphinha

De Jong nearing return after World Cup injury; expected back for Real Betis clash. Raphinha sidelined with minor issue, out for Getafe and Galatasaray.

Frenkie de Jong is closing in on his Barcelona return after suffering a World Cup injury during a collision with Quinten Timber. Manager Hansi Flick confirmed the midfielder is back in full training and expects him to be available for selection when Barcelona visit Real Betis next weekend, though Saturday's Getafe match and Tuesday's Champions League game against Galatasaray come too soon. Raphinha has returned from international duty with Brazil carrying a minor injury and will miss both the Getafe and Galatasaray fixtures; Flick expressed confidence in Gabriel Jesus as a replacement.