Barcelona young duo available to face AS Monaco after missing AC Milan clash

Pablo Torre and Hector Fort were two notable absentees in the Barcelona squad vs AC Milan, in what was their final friendly in the US tour.

Torre was not available against AC Milan due to gastroenteritis two days before the game. This led to his absence from the Rossoneri clash.

Fort, meanwhile, was going through an injury scare as he had picked up a knock during the final of the promotion playoff with Barça Atletic. The club, therefore, made the decision to hand him a breather.

Fort, Torre available for Joan Gamper Trophy

But in a major boost for Barcelona, a recent report from Diario SPORT suggests both Torre and Fort are available to feature in the upcoming Joan Gamper trophy.

Barcelona are slated to take on AS Monaco in the Joan Gamper trophy on August 12, which is not classified as a competitive game.

Hector Fort is available vs AS Monaco (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Torre and Fort’s availability for the clash could be important for Barcelona as the club have some important decisions to make this week, particularly in relation to player transfers.

The club’s top brass are set to meet this week to discuss potential exits, as the club look to reduce the wage bill.

Torre, being one of the players facing an uncertain future, may have another chance to prove himself in the Joan Gamper trophy.

The young midfielder has been one of Barça’s most impressive performers during the pre-season. Another strong display against AS Monaco, to that end, could go a long way in helping him strengthen his case for being a part of the team next season.

Fort, meanwhile, is more than likely to continue at Barcelona next season and even serve as a key right-back option.

But amid reports linking Joan Cancelo with a return to Catalonia, Fort will look to seize the opportunity against AS Monaco and make a statement.