Barcelona boss Hansi Flick provides injury update ahead of Aston Villa clash

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Barcelona is dealing with several injuries, particularly in defense, with key players like Dani Olmo and Roony Bardghji out, according to Hansi Flick ahead of the Aston Villa match. The team had to play midfielders Frenkie de Jong and Brian Farinas as center-backs against Alaves. Andreas Christensen has made progress, returning to training. Flick expressed cautious optimism about the recovery of some players.

Andreas Christensen's recovery is progressing, having participated in a possession exercise, but Hansi Flick advised patience, stating it's a step forward but they need to wait until the weekend. Flick expressed concerns about the defensive lineup, citing the absence of Xavi Espart, Eric, Christensen, and Koundé.

Hansi Flick hopes that most of the injured players, including Dani Olmo, will be available after the international break. He suggested Xavi Espart might return in the new year, and the situation is expected to improve upon the return of the other injured players. The team's defensive challenges are significant due to the quality of the missing players.