Fermin Lopez increases training workload in England camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez is improving his recovery from a metatarsal fracture during training in England. After missing out on the World Cup due to his injury, Lopez is gradually reintegrating into team drills at St George’s Park as the squad prepares for a match against Birmingham City on Friday. He completed a larger portion of training but remains uncertain for game participation. Ronald Araujo also trained without issues, while Alejandro Balde and Raphinha are on separate recovery schedules.
- •Lopez had an injury late last season, missing the World Cup.
- •He is gradually increasing training intensity at the England camp.
- •Araujo trained fully, boosting team morale ahead of the upcoming match.
- •Balde and Raphinha continue individualized recovery programs.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona midfielder returning from injury steps up recovery during England training camp
"Barcelona midfield star Fermin Lopez had one of the unluckiest ends to the 2025-26 campaign, picking up an injury in the last league game of the season.The injury saw him miss out on a Spain World Cup...
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