How Barcelona's medical room looks ahead of Depor clash
Lionel Messi will received medical clearance to play on Friday after his groin problem
La Liga returns with Deportivo de la Coruna visiting FC Barcelona after the international break, during which Barcelona's medical room has been busy. As well as the Leo Messi and Samuel Umtiti injuries, Ivan Rakitic has joined them while Jordi Alba, Sergi Roberto and Jasper Cillessen have also picked up knocks.
Definitely out
Sergi Roberto - Suffered an adductor problem and will miss the game against Depor. Wants to be back by Man City
Jordi Alba - A hamstring issue puts him out for 10 days. He may make the City game
Jasper Cillessen - Has an ankle problem and will not be back for the Depor game.
Friday return
Leo Messi - Getting back to fitness after being kept out since September 21 with a groin issue. Expected to play 30 mins from the bench against Depor
Samuel Umtiti - He will appear against Depor after three weeks out after a knee ligament strain.
Doubts
Ivan Rakitic - The Croatian has Achilles problems but may have recovered and it's unknown if he'll make the squad list
