Dani Olmo set to return for Barcelona against Villarreal

Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo is expected to return to action in the club’s next match against Villarreal after the international break.

The two sides will meet in the next La Liga round, with Olmo targeting medical clearance before Sunday’s fixture.

Spanish newspaper AS reports that the 26-year-old’s recovery is progressing according to the planned timetable, which indicated he would be out for one month.

Olmo is using the current international break to continue his rehabilitation programme and work individually as he aims to reach the best possible physical condition before rejoining the Barcelona squad.

His absence has affected Hansi Flick’s plans, with Barcelona unable to call on the midfielder for important matches against Real Madrid, Aston Villa and Atletico Madrid.

Olmo suffered a torn adductor muscle, and Barcelona initially announced that he would be sidelined for a month. The injury is his first since the start of the current season, although he has experienced several muscle problems in previous years.

He has made 12 appearances for Barcelona this season, scoring one goal and providing four assists.