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FC Barcelona News: 8 October 2026; Joan Garcia returns to training, Dani Olmo not interested in Bayern move

More international players return – FC BarcelonaKounde, Bernal, Espart and Cancelo are back whilst Joan Garcia trained with the squad and Frenkie de Jong completed part of the session. When and where to watch FC Barcelona v Getafe – FC BarcelonaGlobal viewing guide to the first game following the international break.
FC Barcelona News: 8 October 2026; Joan Garcia returns to training, Dani Olmo not interested in Bayern move

FC Barcelona News: 8 October 2026; Joan Garcia returns to training, Dani Olmo not interested in Bayern move

Renato Gonçalves Renato Goncalves is the deputy manager of Barca Blaugranes and has been writing for the site since all the way back in 2014. He’s a massive sports fan and has been crazy about Barcelona ever since Rivaldo scored that bicycle kick in 2001.

More international players return - FC BarcelonaKounde, Bernal, Espart and Cancelo are back whilst Joan Garcia trained with the squad and Frenkie de Jong completed part of the session.

When and where to watch FC Barcelona v Getafe - FC BarcelonaGlobal viewing guide to the first game following the international break.

Emotional farewell for Leo Messi with Argentina - FC BarcelonaThe man who has scored more goals, made most appearances and won most honours with Barça make his final bow with the national team.

Pedro Rodríguez announces retirement - FC BarcelonaFormer Barça striker calls time on a top-level career after leaving an indelible mark on the club.

Hernández Hernández will be the referee for the Clásico - Mundo DeportivoThe referee from the Canary Islands will be in charge of officiating the Barça-Madrid match on October 25th at the Spotify Camp Nou. Recent memories include the penalty for Tchouaméni’s handball that he failed to award in May 2025.

Olmo is aware of Bayern’s interest, but there is no offer for him - Mundo DeportivoThe German team, who already wanted the player before he signed for Barça, has once again set its sights on the Spanish international. Despite this, the Catalan footballer, whose contract runs until 2030, remains focused on Barça and winning every possible title as a Blaugrana.

Galatasaray hopes to have Osimhen back against Barça - Mundo DeportivoThe Nigerian striker has been out for a month but is already partially training with the group, although the Turkish club will not risk him ahead of next Tuesday’s match.

Barcelona on the list of Josh King admirers - Mundo DeportivoReports in England claim that Barcelona are monitoring the 19-year-old Fulham midfielder.

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