Barcelona's Neymar celebrates after scoring a goal against Real Madrid during their Spanish first division ''Clasico'' soccer match at Nou Camp stadium in Barcelona October 26, 2013 (Photo: Reuters)
Barcelona says forward Neymar has recovered from an ankle injury and will be available to play against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.
The Brazil striker has been sidelined since injuring his right ankle in a Copa del Rey match at Getafe on Jan. 16.
Barcelona says Neymar has received medical clearance for the Spanish league match at the Camp Nou. Neymar has missed eight games since the injry.
The Spanish champion is co-leads the league alongside Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid after 23 rounds.
Neymar has 10 goals in 24 appearances since his summer move from Santos, which has also caused off-field distractions as a Madrid court investigates irregularities in the player's contract.
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