Arthur recovers ahead of schedule to make Barcelona squad for El Clasico Copa del Rey Midfielder and Cillessen receive medical clearance

Ernesto Valverde has been boosted by the return of midfielder Arthur ahead of the Copa del Rey semi-final against Real Madrid.

The Brazilian and Jasper Cillessen have recovered from respective injuries ahead of schedule to make the squad for Wednesday's game.

Nevertheless, it is considered unlikely that either of the two will be able to start the match.

The Barcelona squad list for the second leg is: Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Jasper Cillessen, Inaki Pena, Nelson Semedo, Gerard Pique, Ivan Rakitic, Sergio Busquets, Philippe Coutinho, Arthur, Luis Suarez, Leo Messi, Ousmane Dembele, Malcom, Lenglet, Jordi Alba, Sergi Roberto, Carles Alena, Arturo Vidal and Samuel Umtiti.