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18.04.2007 12:02

Ronaldinho returns to training

Ronaldinho trained on the pitch in front of La Masia on Wednesday morning as the Brazilian superstar continues to follow his personalised training programme. Víctor Valdés and Ludovic Giuly were also present.

Bathed in sunshine, after days of rain, the FC Barcelona number ten began by doing physical work as he looks to regain his strength, before going through a series of exercises with a ball and then shooting practice.

Giuly and Valdés present

Alongside Ronaldinho were Vañdés and Giuly. The French forward has been rested for the Copa del Rey game this evening against Getafe, while the Catalan goalkeeper is set to start on the bench as Albert Jorquera plays. Sylvinho has also been omitted from the squad for the game, but was not at training as he was given permission by the club to be away.

Club statement

FC Barcelona released an official rebuttal on Tuesday to dismiss stories claiming that Ronaldinho has been suffering from glandular fever. The former PSG forward and reiterated that the player is following a personal fitness regime.