Messi and Umtiti target Liga return against Deportivo
Barcelona's idea is to have both players get some game time under their belts before the visit of Manchester City in the Champions League.
Update:
Samuel Umtiti and Lionel Messi are continuing to work on their recoveries. The France defender picked up a knee injury on September 20 and has been in gym in recent days with Messi, who has been out since September 21 when he limped off during the 1-1 draw with Atlético at Camp Nou.
Depor game target
Both players were out on the turf at Barcelona’s training complex on Friday as they seek to return to full fitness for the match against Deportivo on October 15.
Manchester City visit
Barcelona’s main concern though is to make sure both players are in perfect shape for the visit of Manchester City in the Champions League four days later.