Frenkie de Jong unlikely to return for next El Clasico in October

Frenkie de Jong is sidelined due to a summer injury and has opted for conservative treatment. He is expected to resume group training by October 5, ahead of the resumption of club football. While there is hope he could be available for the El Clasico on October 25, sources indicate his participation is uncertain given his lengthy absence from play. A more likely return could be the match against Alaves on November 1, depending on the fitness of current midfield options.

• 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Injured Barcelona midfielder might not return to the pitch by next El Clasico – report