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Why do players train separately?
When players train separately from the main squad, it often signals that they are not part of the manager's immediate plans or are close to leaving the club. For Hector Fort and Marc Casado, this separate training suggests their exits from Barcelona are highly probable. It's a way for clubs to manage players who are no longer integrated into the team's preparations.
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