Andres Iniesta trains but is sweating on fitness ahead of Valencia match

Andres Iniesta trains but is sweating on fitness ahead of Valencia match

Barcelona trained on Thursday, stepping up preparations for Sunday's trip to Valencia after Tuesday night's 4-0 win over APOEL Nicosia in Cyprus. 

Andres Iniesta, who is still waiting for the all-clear from the club's doctors, trained with the rest of the team. 

It is hoped the midfielder will be given the green light by the time Barça step foot on the pitch at the Mestalla this weekend.

Barça B striker Munir El Haddadi remains involved with first team affairs. 

The trip south to take on Valencia represents a return 'home' for Jeremy Mathieu and also for Jordi Alba, although the Catalan full-back is now into his third season as a Barcelona player.