Barcelona’s open-door session highlights defender’s return to full training | OneFootball

According to a recent report from Mundo Deportivo, Andreas Christensen has resumed training with the rest of the FC Barcelona squad.

It is said that the open-door session, held after a brief Christmas break, was packed with children eager to watch their favourite stars in action.

The Danish defender was seen participating in all the drills led by coach Hansi Flick, which is an encouraging sign for the team.

Although Christensen has not yet been given medical clearance to return to competitive action, his involvement in training suggests his comeback is imminent.

What happened to Christensen?

The 28-year-old has endured a frustrating season so far. In the opening match against Valencia, he played just over 20 minutes before being diagnosed with tendinopathy in his left Achilles tendon.

Andreas Christensen has returned to training. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

This injury has kept him sidelined for months. While there is no official date for his return, the expectation is that Christensen could make his comeback in the first few weeks of January 2025, offering a significant boost to Barcelona’s defensive options.

Meanwhile, it must be noted that Barcelona made use of Christensen’s medical absence earlier this season to address their squad registration issues. The club temporarily registered their summer signing, Dani Olmo, using Christensen’s vacancy.

However, with Olmo’s registration set to expire at the end of December, Barcelona are working tirelessly to ensure his definitive inclusion in the squad.

Future in doubt

Amid this, reports have surfaced linking Manchester United with an interest in Christensen.

British media claims that United are considering the Danish defender as a solution to their defensive woes, particularly after the underwhelming impact of their new signing, Leny Yoro.

However, Christensen remains under contract with Barcelona until 2026, making any potential move a complex negotiation.

For now, Barcelona fans will be hoping Christensen’s return to full fitness adds much-needed stability to the team’s backline as they continue to push for success on multiple fronts.