Dani Rodriguez has handed Barcelona a boost by arriving for medical tests ahead of the start of pre-season with the club.
The winger only underwent shoulder surgery in May and had expected to be out for several months but appears to be recovering well.
According to Sergi Capdevila, his appearance was something a surprise but the hope is that he could be available again in another month.
He also adds that Rodriguez has been working individually at the Ciutat Esportiva for several weeks now in a bid to make his comeback ahead of schedule.