Ronald Araujo is sidelined due to injury, and that's not the last of the issues in defence. Jordi Alba has picked up a foot strain and is a serious doubt for this one, meaning Alejandro Balde could start. Martin Braithwaite is a long-term absentee and midfielder Pedri looks set to remain out, which is another big blow. Ousmane Dembélé is getting closer to a return, but he almost certainly won't be risked here. Dani Ceballos and Gareth Bale remain out for the foreseeable future, but there is good news for Dani Carvajal and Eden Hazard, who look set to return. Neither will be fit enough to start, but they could feature on the bench. Luka Jovic and Isco are also struggling with small injuries and are classed as doubts. Rodrygo should keep his place on the right side of the front line here having impressed with a goal last time out.