Eric Garcia returns to training ahead of Barcelona match against Levante

Eric Garcia returned to Barcelona training on Monday wearing a protective mask following a facial injury sustained during Sunday's victory against Valencia. The Spain defender was substituted in the first half after colliding with teammate Rodri. Despite the injury, which mirror's an issue Garcia suffered last season, he is expected to be available for Barcelona’s upcoming La Liga fixture against Levante this Sunday. Garcia will be unavailable for the Champions League match against Feyenoord on Wednesday night due to a suspension. Manager Hansi Flick must adjust his backline for the midweek European contest, with Joao Cancelo, Jules Kounde, and Andreas Christensen competing for a starting position. The squad prepares for the opening of the new Champions League campaign without the defender.

• 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — Eric Garcia trains with mask and tipped to return for Barcelona against Levante