Johnny Cardoso returns to boost Atletico ahead of Barcelona clash

The American midfielder completed the entire session with his team-mates at the club's Majadahonda training complex, putting him in contention for the clash at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.

Cardoso had been sidelined with a minor thigh injury but is now available for selection, although it remains to be seen whether Diego Simeone will include him in the starting line-up.

His return is particularly important given the impressive start he has made to the season. Cardoso had established himself as a regular starter, even getting the nod ahead of Koke and Hjulmand in Simeone's midfield plans.

His absence had left Atletico short of options in the centre of the park, with Koke also previously struggling with injury and Hjulmand having missed the Champions League meeting with Bayern through suspension.

Simeone now has all four of his central midfield options available as Atletico prepare for a crucial encounter against Barcelona, with top spot in La Liga at stake.

Cuti Romero remains the only player unavailable through injury and is expected to return after the international break.

Atletico divided their training session into two groups, with the players who started against Bayern working separately from those who featured in the second half or did not play.