Ibrahim Afellay ready for Barca return

Ibrahim Afellay is ready to make his return to the Barcelona first team after being sidelined for nearly seven months through injury.

The 26-year-old has been out of action since September after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

However, the Dutchman has now been given clearance by Barca's medical staff to play.

Afellay returned to training with the Spanish champions last month.