Boost for Atlético: Johnny Cardoso back training with the squad

At last, some good news from Atlético de Madrid's treatment room. Although 'Cuti' Romero will miss the Barcelona game, Johnny Cardoso was seen training with the group this morning, meaning he could feature against FC Barcelona on Sunday.

Johnny Cardoso has returned to normal training with Atlético de Madrid. During the team's session at the Ciudad Deportiva de Majadahonda this morning, the American was seen working with the substitutes, which suggests that if he continues to progress normally over the coming hours, he could make the squad to face Barcelona.

Cardoso's recovery is good news for Simeone, who will be able to strengthen his midfield with the American, who missed the Bayern game. Simeone will also be able to call on Dane Morten Hjulmand, who was suspended in the Champions League. That means that for the clash with Barcelona, Simeone will have Koke, Barrios, Hjulmand and now Cardoso at his disposal, as well as other less regular options, of course, such as Obed Vargas or Rodrigo Mendoza.

The player who has been completely ruled out of the game against the Blaugrana is Cristian 'Cuti' Romero, who is still struggling with muscle discomfort, although there has been no official medical update indicating how long he will be out. Romero has not been called up by Argentina for the upcoming international break.