Barcelona will have aspirations of at least reaching the Champions League final this season, as they have been placed on the “easiest part” of the draw. They face Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals, and if they progress, they face Atletico Madrid or Borussia Dortmund in the semi-finals.
PSG will be a very strong test for Xavi Hernandez's team, although there will be confidence that they can see Luis Enrique, Kylian Mbappe and co. Having Frenkie de Jong and Pedri back from injury would certainly help their chances, and that could be the case for the first leg in Paris.
Ace for MD, Barcelona are confident that de Jong and Pedri will be available in the French capital. The Dutchman is further along in his recovery, so he should have options to start, while Pedri – who only returned to training on Thursday – is more likely to be among the substitutes.
Returning De Jong and Pedri would be a big boost for Barcelona. Although their form has continued to be impressive in his absence, there is no doubt that the Catalan giants are a better side with their best players.
