Mikel Arteta has long maintained that substitutes are just as important as the players who start a match, a view he has repeatedly shared with reporters.
Manchester United might be scanning the market for midfield fixes, but Barcelona are clear on their stance of Marc Casado. United are understood to be prioritising a new midfielder ahead of the summer, with Casemiro set to leave and the club needing fresh legs and control in the engine room.
Barcelona have had an eventful winter transfer window so far, and with only a week to go until the market closes, there could be further business done.
Barcelona returned to winning ways on Sunday with a far-from-straightforward 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo at the Spotify Camp Nou. The Catalans were well-contained by the relegation strugglers for much of the contest, but in the end, their quality shone through.
Barcelona are expected to be busy this summer, as they prepare to address certain areas of Hansi Flick’s squad. A new centre-back and striker are on the agenda, while a decision will also need to be made on Marcus Rashford.
FC Barcelona hosts Real Oviedo at Camp Nou this Sunday, Jan. 25, at 10:15 a.m. ET, 7:15 a.m. PT, for Matchweek 21 of LaLiga. The team of Hansi Flick is currently in second place in the league standings with 49 points after 20 games, one less than the provisional leader, Real Madrid.
Barcelona are back in La Liga action on Sunday afternoon, as they play host to Real Oviedo at the Spotify Camp Nou. The Catalans are aiming to bounce back domestically, having been defeated by Real Sociedad last weekend.
Earlier this week, Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed the date for this year’s presidential elections. The vote will take place in March, and it coincides with the Catalans’ La Liga clash against Sevilla at the Spotify Camp Nou.
In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Barcelona are dreaming of a move for Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol. It has been mentioned that the Catalan club are hoping to bring the Croat defender on board this year.
Barcelona bounced back from their weekend defeat to Real Sociedad with an important win over Slavia Prague, with goals from Fermin Lopez (x2), Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski ensuring a 4-2 victory in the Czech Republic.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has wished Marc-Andre ter Stegen well, as the announcement of his departure nears. He also discussed their form and the fitness of Pedri and Raphinha ahead of their Champions League clash with Slavia Prague on Wednesday night.
Barcelona fell to their first defeat in 12 matches on Sunday, as they lost 2-1 to Real Sociedad in Donostia-San Sebastian. It means that Catalans’ in the La Liga title race is down to one point, with Real Madrid having won 24 hours prior.
Barcelona are aiming to re-establish their four-point lead at the top of La Liga when they go to Real Sociedad on Sunday. Real Madrid cut the gap to one with their win over Levante on Saturday, but the Catalans will fancy their chances of securing a 12th victory in a row across all competitions.
Barcelona are hoping to make it 12 wins in a row across all competitions when they take on Real Sociedad on Sunday. The La Liga leaders have the chance to re-establish their four points lead in the standings, following Real Madrid’s win over Levante on Saturday afternoon.
In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Barcelona are eyeing a move for AS Roma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui. It has been stated that the Catalan giants have set their sights on the Moroccan talent as they look to bolster their squad this year.
Liverpool and Chelsea may be interested to hear that Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is reportedly keen to offload Ronald Araujo in a squad overhaul. The Uruguay international has mostly been a key player for Barca in recent years, but it seems he is no longer considered a player trusted by Flick for the long term.
In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Barcelona have set their sights on Borussia Dortmund talent Julian Ryerson. It has been mentioned that the Catalan club are keen on acquiring the services of the Norwegian full-back this year.
In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Barcelona are keen on re-signing Las Palmas defender Mika Marmol. It has been stated that the Catalan club are eager to bring the Spanish centre-half back to the Nou Camp next year.