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FC Barcelona is standing on the doorstep of another league trophy. Following a business-like 2-0 win over Getafe where Fermín López and Marcus Rashford provided the second-half spark, the gap at the top of the table has stretched to 11 points after Real Madrid’s recent slip-up against Real Betis.

The most straightforward scenario for those who love a party at the Camp Nou involves the upcoming Clásico on May 10. If both giants simply match each other’s results this coming weekend, Barcelona would only need a draw against Madrid to officially secure back-to-back titles. However, the Catalans may pop the champagne sooner than that.

Should Barça handle their business against Osasuna this Saturday and Madrid fail to beat Espanyol the following day, the race is over. That would make the title feel a bit less dramatic since Barcelona would win it “from the sofa,” watching Madrid drop points on TV. But it would assure a title, which is no small thing, and allow players to rotate ahead of the World Cup. It also brings up an interesting scenario.

Traditionally, when a team wins the league with at least one game to spare, the newly-crowned champions are given a guard of honor at the start of the next match. The opposing team lines up in two files, letting the winners arrive on the field with a special entrance – the so-called “pasillo.”

Reportedly, Real Madrid has no plans to offer a pasillo if the title is decided this weekend. This wouldn’t be new. The pasillo tradition was broken in 2018, when Madrid refused to give Barcelona the guard of honor in La Liga, claiming they were within their rights because Barcelona had not given them one during a league game after Los Blancos’ FIFA Club World Cup win.

If Barcelona lose or draw against Osasuna, and Madrid win against Espanyol, Barcelona would not secure the title even with a win in El Clásico. But they’d be quite close, needing a maximum of two points from the remaining three matches to secure the trophy.

Let’s consider the doomsday scenario: Barcelona lose to Osasuna, Madrid beats Espanyol, and Madrid beat Barcelona in a direct matchup. And let’s say Real Madrid would go onto win the remaining three matches after that. Pretty much as good as it can get for them.

Even then, Barcelona would need five points from the last three games to secure the title. That’s two wins, or one win and two draws. The title is not assured, but it would take a truly catastrophic collapse for them to lose La Liga at this point.

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Raphinha, Bernal and Christensen carry out part of session with squad – FC Barcelona
Hansi Flick’s squad returned to work on Wednesday with just one focus: winning away at Osasuna on Saturday in La Liga. It will not be easy for the Blaugranes in El Sadar but the week began with a boost as Raphinha, Marc Bernal and Andreas Christensen carried out part of the training session with the rest of the squad.

A game promising goals – FC Barcelona
Osasuna and FC Barcelona will face off this Saturday in a clash that promises plenty of excitement. Not only because the Catalans have the chance to all but seal the league title, but also because both sides are goal machines.

The Barcelona transfer market: these are the prices for their targets – Mundo Deportivo
Julián Álvarez, Bastoni, Cucurella, Rashford, Víctor Muñoz, Remiro and João Pedro are some of the players on the Barcelona list for next season.

Al-Hilal’s tough plan with Cancelo – Mundo Deportivo
The Saudi club wants the Portuguese player to complete his final year under contract; otherwise, their plan is to transfer him to Barça or another European club that makes an attractive offer.

Pere Romeu: “The Camp Nou factor will be absolutely decisive” – Mundo Deportivo
The Barça Femení coach confirmed that Aitana Bonmatí will be included in the squad and could potentially get some playing time in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Bayern.

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Barcelona have reportedly “irritated” Manchester United with their attempts to try and keep Marcus Rashford at the club past the end of the season.

Rashford’s loan deal expires at the end of June and he is keen to continue after posting some strong numbers throughout the 2026-27 campaign.

However, Barcelona don’t want to pay the €30 million buy option in his contract and reports have claimed they have tried to negotiate the price down and have also asked United about the possibility of a second loan.

Those demands don’t appear to have gone down well at Old Trafford, according to a new report.

Barca’s attempts are said to have created “friction” between the two clubs, with the Red Devils “irritated by Barca’s attempts to lowball them in negotiations.”

It’s still not clear what will happen with Rashford but his chances of staying look slim currently due to the costs involved and Barca’s financial situation. As things stand, he is due to return to Manchester when his loan deal expires.

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Barcelona’s hunt for a new number nine has shifted toward London as the club looks to add some much-needed bite to Hansi Flick’s attack.

While the team is cruising toward a league title and already has the Supercopa in the bag, winning the UEFA Champions League remains a dream and it may require a clinical edge they still lack. Julián Álvarez is the dream signing, but his situation at Atlético Madrid is a financial headache that Barça might not be able to solve.

According to Cadena SER’s Què t’hi jugues, João Pedro has emerged as the alternative. The 24-year-old Brazilian fits the “Flick style.” He’s mobile, works hard off the ball, and isn’t a static target man. Chelsea’s chaotic sporting project and their looming need to sell to meet financial fair play rules might actually play into Barça’s hands, even though João Pedro’s 75 million euro market value is daunting.

He’s clearly a fighter, too. After returning from an injury to help Chelsea secure an FA Cup final spot this past weekend, João Pedro admitted he rushed his recovery because he hated watching from the sidelines. “I saw teammates suffer a bit … I tried to push to be able to play,” he said.

He helped grind out a win against Leeds United, putting in a good shift where he was congratulated by the press for his link up play, as they look toward a final against Manchester City.

If the Chelsea move proves too pricey, Lautaro Martínez remains the “old reliable” option on the table. The Argentine striker has been linked with a move away from Inter Milan and towards Camp Nou for what seems like forever. He’s 28 and brings more veteran savvy, though he’s struggled with a nagging injury since February. Lautaro and João Pedro have very similar stats this year, but the Brazilian’s age and versatility could make him a more intriguing long-term bet for a club trying to build a new era.

So today’s Barca Blaugranes Question of the Day is:

Should Barcelona go for Joao Pedro or Lautaro Martinez instead of Julian Alvarez this summer?

Now it’s over to you! Feel free to share your thoughts, predictions, opinions and answers in the comments section below!

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Fermín’s numbers better than ever – FC Barcelona
Barça midfielder Fermín López is having a great 2025/26 with almost everything he touches turning into goals. In the 2-0 win at the Coliseum on Saturday in La Liga over Getafe the Blaugrana scored his 13th goal of the campaign to add to his total of 16 assists also this season.

Barcelona make contact with Atlético Madrid over potential Julián Álvarez deal – ESPN
Barcelona have initiated contact with Atlético Madrid to find out the club’s stance over the possible transfer of striker Julián Álvarez this summer, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Countdown to Raphinha’s long-awaited return – Mundo Deportivo
The Brazilian was at the Ciutat Esportiva on Tuesday to continue his treatment and shared a message on social media hinting that he is close to returning to play.

Araujo doesn’t feel transferable: his three objectives – Mundo Deportivo
The centre-back aims to finish the season by winning La Liga, play at his best in the World Cup and regain his form for another year with Barça.

Barça would activate the Joao Pedro option if Julián Álvarez’s interest cools off – Mundo Deportivo
According to Cadena SER, the 24-year-old Chelsea striker is the main alternative for Flick’s team if the deal for the Argentine falls through.

Marc Cucurella, within striking distance – Mundo Deportivo
His current situation at Chelsea is not at its best after Maresca’s departure, and next season the Blues’ participation in the Champions League is in jeopardy. On a personal and footballing level, it would mean returning home and a special motivation to go back to the club of his life.

Lewandowski’s agent meets with Juventus – Mundo Deportivo
According to La Stampa, the directors of the Italian club and Pini Zahavi are already in talks in Italy to discuss signing the Polish striker with an ambitious financial offer.

Barça continue to push for Bisiwu, from Club Brugge – Mundo Deportivo
The two clubs are in talks for the 18-year-old left winger, whose contract expires in 2027, but a deal is not yet close.

Unai Emery’s Aston Villa are keeping a close eye on Rashford – Mundo Deportivo
Barça are reportedly negotiating another loan with United, as Laporta hinted during the election campaign, following the German manager’s approval, but the English club is prepared to pay a transfer fee.

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Barcelona sporting director Deco was spotted in London last week, with reports claiming he was in the capital to check on several Tottenham players.

Spurs are in the midst of a relegation battle currently and it’s thought a host of players could depart at the end of the season if they are relegated to the Championship.

According to Sport, Barcelona are likely to be interested in defenders Pedro Porro, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero as they seek to strengthen their backline this summer.

Van de Ven has been mentioned previously as a target for Barcelona, while Romero has been regularly linked with a move to Atletico Madrid.

The report also highlights how Lucas Bergvall and Xavi Simons are players who have attracted interest from Barcelona previously.

Indeed Bergvall did look close to signing for Barcelona before he headed to north London, while rumors of Simons returning to Camp Nou have cropped up regularly since his exit.

So tell us what you think! Are there any Tottenham players you’d like to see Deco bring to Barca if they are relegated this summer? Share your thoughts in the comments below…

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17 goals from the bench – FC Barcelona
Substitutes have scored more times for FC Barcelona this season that for any other La Liga team.

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Barça, Liverpool, Man Utd eye Godts – ESPN
Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United are among the teams keeping close tabs on the progress of Ajax winger Mika Godts, TEAMtalk reports. Godts, who made his senior international debut for Belgium in their 5-2 friendly win over the United States last month, now has 16 goals and 11 assists in 29 league appearances this season.

Fifteen years since Messi’s great performance in the Champions League match between Real Madrid and Barcelona – Mundo Deportivo
He scored two goals, the second one of the best in the tournament’s history, scattering rivals, on the way to the triumphant Final at Wembley in 2011.

Joan Garcia, one step away from leading the Zamora trophy – Mundo Deportivo
The Barcelona goalkeeper, who has already kept 14 clean sheets in La Liga, has the best coefficient in the league (0.70) but needs one more game to qualify for the award.

Julian: “I can’t deny everything that comes out; they make a big deal out of things that are lies” – Mundo Deportivo
The Atlético Madrid once again addressed the rumors that repeatedly place him outside the club at the end of the season.

Ansu Fati wants to stay at Monaco – Mundo Deportivo
The father of the striker, on loan to the Monaco club but under contract with Barça until 2028, says that he is “happy there and we want him to stay” but that it depends on Hansi Flick.

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Barcelona star Fermin Lopez was on target again on Saturday afternoon at the Coliseum in La Liga, scoring the opening goal for Hansi Flick’s side in a 2-0 win over Getafe.

The 22-year-old now has 13 goals and 16 assists for Barcelona this season in all competitions and has played a key role in the team’s march towards another title.

Indeed when it comes to La Liga, Fermin has been involved in 18 goals (six goals, 12 assists), meaning only Barcelona team-mate Lamine Yamal (fifteen goals, seven assists) has more goal involvements in the Spanish top flight this season.

3 – Most goal involvements by LaLiga players in 2026 across all competitions:

🇪🇸 Lamine Yamal: 22 (15 goals, 7 assists)

🇺🇾 Federico Valverde: 18 (9 goals, 9 assists)

🇪🇸 FERMÍN LÓPEZ: 18 (6 goals, 12 assists) 🆕

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— OptaJose (@OptaJose) April 25, 2026

There’s no doubt at all that Fermin has enjoyed a superb season for Barcelona and has become a key player for Flick at Camp Nou.

So today’s Barca Blaugranes Question of the Day is:

How do you rate Fermin Lopez’s season for Barcelona and has he played his way into Spain’s starting XI for World Cup 2026?

Now it’s over to you! Feel free to share your thoughts, predictions, opinions and answers in the comments section below!

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Robert Lewandowski has been urged to join Atletico Madrid in the summer transfer window after his contract with Barcelona expires.

The 37-year-old’s future remains uncertain ahead of the final games of the season, although there has been plenty of talk he will move on and call time on his Barcelona career.

There have been whispers that Atletico are one of several clubs interested in Lewandowski, and the veteran has been urged to follow in Luis Suarez’s footsteps and make the move from Barca to Diego Simeone’s side.

“In my opinion, this would be a brilliant move. Lewandowski is still a great striker who, despite his age, maintains a very high level and is in good form. His experience, effectiveness, and intelligence on the pitch could be a huge help to Atletico,” former Spain and Atletico star Jose Luis Caminero told Przegląd Sportowy Onet.

“History also shows that clubs can manage players of a certain age very well – the examples of Luis Suarez and David Villa are the best proof of this. This is a place where such players can still achieve success and be very important to the team.”

Barca are currently looking for a replacement for Lewandowski, with Atletico stars Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth on the club’s radar currently.

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Five more points to win La Liga – FC Barcelona
The recent game against Getafe was a big step for Barça, with the 0-2 victory meaning the lead in LaLiga is now 11 points. Hansi Flick’s side made the most of the 1-1 draw between Betis and Real Madrid to go further ahead at the top of the table.

Barça Atlètic 2-1 Atlètic Lleida: Comeback in added time to stay in the mix – FC Barcelona
Blaugrana development side score two goals in added time to keep their play-off chances alive heading into the final gameweek.

Lamine and the rest of the injured players are at the Ciutat Esportiva – Mundo Deportivo
The Barcelona forward, who will no longer be able to play for Barça this season, has begun his recovery treatment with the aim of being fit for the World Cup next June in the United States.

The acclaimed Pedri, very close to beating his best goal contribution figures – Mundo Deportivo
With the “crazy pass” he gave to Fermín in Getafe, he provided his 11th assist of the season, in addition to contributing two goals of his own.

Xavi opens up to Romario: Lamine, Messi, De Jong, Raphinha… and doesn’t close the door on Brazil – Mundo Deportivo
The former Barça coach gave an interview to the Brazilian legend where he spoke about many topics and revealed that in addition to trying to bring Leo Messi back, “I also tried to sign Neymar and Pedro.”

Chicago Fire find it difficult to convince Lewandowski – Mundo Deportivo
The Barcelona striker has yet to decide his future, and ‘The Athletic’ suggests that the MLS club is beginning to accept that they will not be able to sign him.

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Xavi Hernandez has been chatting about his time in charge of Barcelona and his relationship with Brazilian superstar Raphinha.

The forward signed for Barcelona from Leeds in 2022 but has admitted he struggled at times in his early days at Camp Nou and felt that “neither Xavi nor the coaching staff trusted” him.

Xavi made a habit of taking Raphinha off around the hour mark, and he’s been asked why he would regularly change the Brazilian.

“I always gave Rafa confidence and I have a very good relationship with him. But the coach has to understand the performance during the games. If a player is not performing, another one has to come in,” he said in an interview with Romario.

“We also had players capable of making a difference. I remember a very good conversation with Raphinha in training. He was frustrated and I told him: ‘Rafa, you’ve signed here for five years. Don’t worry. Confidence. You’re not being natural, but calm.’

“I understand that the changes didn’t help him, but now he’s exploded. We already saw a lot of talent in him and I’m very happy, because he’s a good guy, a winner, responsible and a leader.”

Raphinha has gone on to become a vital player for Barcelona and was tipped to win the Ballon d’Or last year after a brilliant season where he led Hansi Flick’s side to three titles.

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Getafe 0-2 FC Barcelona: Eleven points clear – FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona went into the weekend close to the Liga title and they’re coming out of it even closer. From nine points clear with six games to go, they are now eleven clear with five matches left, all thanks to Saturday’s 2-0 win at Getafe coupled with Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw at Real Betis.

HIGHLIGHTS | Getafe v Barça – FC Barcelona
All the action from the La Liga clash at the Coliseum.

Hansi Flick: ‘We did really well in a tricky stadium’ – FC Barcelona
The Barça coach was happy with the victory but was keen to avoid any premature celebrations. “We’ll celebrate at the end of the season if we can. Now it’s time to focus on the next game. We wanted a good performance and play in our way against Getafe. I am happy with what I have seen with and without the ball. We did really well, fully focused at all times – the team did very well,” said Flick after the game.

FC Bayern 1-1 FC Barcelona: To be decided at Spotify Camp Nou – FC Barcelona
The Champions League semi-final first leg ended all square. Barça and Bayern drew 1–1 in a high-intensity clash at an Allianz Arena packed with 31,000 fans. Pajor struck early for the Catalans, but the hosts responded and the teams are level going into the second leg at Spotify Camp Nou.

Pere Romeu: ‘We need our fans for the return’ – FC Barcelona
After the 1-1 draw in Germany in Saturday’s Women’s Champions League semi-final first leg, Pere Romeu expressed his frustration at the outcome. “We know the ambition of this team” said the coach. “We always go out to win. We’re heading back to Barcelona with a draw that feels like too little, given the chances we had to make it 2-1.”

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Barcelona have taken another massive step towards winning back-to-back La Liga titles thanks to hard-fought 2-0 win against Getafe at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez on Saturday afternoon. The game was as tough as advertised with Getafe employing their usual annoying tactics, but Fermín López and Marcus Rashford found the net in crucial moments to secure Barça’s first victory away at Getafe since 2019 and open up a huge 11-point gap at the top of the table with five games to go.

Reactions & Observations

• The first half went exactly as expected: Getafe sat deep, played physical football, tried everything in their power to frustrate Barça, and went pretty much the entire period without conceding a real opportunity. Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski had good moments early and Roony Bardghji missed a good chance inside the box, but Barça struggled to create consistent good offense.
• Getafe looked set to take a goalless draw into the break, but a fantastic play from Pau Cubarsí to win the ball back in midfield followed by a sensational through ball from Pedri and a neat finish by Fermín López gave the Blaugrana the lead just before halftime, and Barça had a crucial one-goal advantage going into the final period.
• Barça played a better second half, making better use of their superior possession by making more accurate passes and good runs in the final third. Fermín and Olmo missed a couple of great chances, and Gerard Martín had a header saved by David Soria. Barça created a lot but failed to convert, and things were starting to get nervous as we reached the final minutes.
• Then in 75th minute, the decisive sequence of the game: Pau Cubarsí made another outstanding contribution by blocking a shot from Mario Martín at the goalline, and Barça immediately counter-attacked off the Getafe corner with a great long ball from Lewandowski to put Marcus Rashford through on goal, and the Englishman showed great poise to fire the shot past Soria and into the net to finally double the Barça lead.
• Getafe looked completely defeated after the second goal and Barça were able to cruise to the finish, and the final whistle came to seal a gigantic victory in Madrid.
• Considering the fact that this was Getafe away and Barça always struggle there, the performance was actually quite good and Barça created a lot more than usual against Bordalás’ side. Barça are now 11 points clear and the league title is all but a formality at this point, and the only question left is whether or not Barça will have the chance to clinch the championship in El Clásico. Well done, boys!

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With Lamine Yamal ruled out for the rest of Barcelona’s season with a hamstring injury, Roony Bardghji will get an opportunity to play extended minutes and make his case for a place in the squad next year.

The young Swede has struggled for playing time because of Yamal’s consistent greatness, but Hansi Flick is confident Roony is ready to step into the spotlight and be a capable replacement for Lamine.

“He’s ready, of course. He was ready when Lamine was here. I’ve already said that. He’s doing well and now he’ll have more opportunities to play, although we haven’t yet decided if he’ll start in Getafe.” 

Flick doesn’t like to give hints about his starting XI in press conferences so it’s normal that he won’t say that Roony is definitely starting on Saturday, but he’s the number one backup option in that position and has always been Flick’s first choice to replace Yamal in the rare moments where Lamine didn’t play.

Now it’s time for Roony to step up.

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The name Ferran Torres will always elicit a reaction out of pretty much every Barcelona fan. The Spanish international has had ups and downs in his Barça career, but he’s undoubtedly been a fixture of the team since his arrival four years ago.

After a very slow start Ferran finally found some consistency under Hansi Flick, scoring 19 goals in 45 appearances in each of his two seasons with Flick as manager. He has proven to be a capable scorer but perhaps not suited to be a full-time starter, and his future is very much up in the air as he enters the final year of his contract this summer.

So today’s Barca Blaugranes Question of the Day is:

Does Ferran Torres deserve a new contract at Barcelona?

Now it’s over to you! Feel free to share your thoughts, predictions, opinions and answers in the comments section below!

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Post-win recovery – FC Barcelona
The leaders didn’t slip up and picked up three points against Celta Vigo on Wednesday night, albeit by the narrowest of margins. The day after defeating the Galicians, the players got straight back to training at the Ciutat Esportiva, with just two days before their next fixture, this Saturday at 4.15pm CET away to Getafe.

Lamine Yamal injury update – FC Barcelona
Tests this Thursday have confirmed that first-team player Lamine Yamal has suffered a hamstring injury in his left leg. The player will follow a conservative treatment plan. He will miss the remainder of the league season but is expected to be available for the World Cup.

Frenkie de Jong surpasses Cocu to break club record for appearances by a Dutchman – FC Barcelona
Frenkie de Jong continues to enhance his legacy at FC Barcelona. With the match against Celta at Spotify Camp Nou, the Dutch midfielder reached 293 official appearances in the Blaugrana jersey, becoming the Dutch player with the most appearances in club history, surpassing the 292 of Phillip Cocu, who presented his countryman with a commemorative shirt on Wednesday.

De Jong ‘enjoying every day as a Barça player’ – FC Barcelona
The day after becoming the Dutch player with the most appearances in club history, the midfielder answers fans’ questions on the club’s YouTube channel.

Kounde matches Dembélé as Frenchman with second most Barça appearances – FC Barcelona
Jules Kounde continues to build his story at FC Barcelona. With his appearance in today’s game at home to Celta, the Blaugrana defender has reached 185 games to draw level with Ousmane Dembélé as the second French player with the most appearances in the club’s history.

Lamine’s heartfelt first message: “It hurts more than I can explain” – Mundo Deportivo
“This injury has sidelined me at the very moment I most wanted to be on the field. It hurts not being able to fight alongside my teammates, not being able to help when the team needs me,” he said after learning he would miss the Clásico and the other five league matches.

Lamine Yamal’s expected timetable to return from injury – Mundo Deportivo
Different sources estimate a month and a half to two months of absence depending on the evolution of the injury, which could impact the time of his debut in the World Cup with the Spanish national team.

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Barcelona have confirmed Lamine Yamal sustained a hamstring injury in Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Celta Vigo and will miss the rest of the season with his club side but should be available for the World Cup with Spain.

The teenager suffered the injury while scoring a penalty for the Catalan giants in a 1-0 win that restored their nine-point lead at the top of the table.

Yamal had to be substituted straight after scoring the goal and is now set for a spell on the sidelines.

Barcelona have issued the following statement after Yamal underwent tests to determine the severity of the injury.

“The tests carried out have confirmed that first-team player Lamine Yamal has a hamstring injury in his left leg (biceps femoris muscle). The player will follow a conservative treatment plan. Lamine Yamal will miss the remainder of the season, and he is expected to be available for the World Cup.”

The tests carried out have confirmed that first-team player Lamine Yamal has a hamstring injury in his left leg (biceps femoris muscle).

The player will follow a conservative treatment plan. Lamine Yamal will miss the remainder of the season, and he is expected to be available… pic.twitter.com/8UU4Bg9bDh

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) April 23, 2026

Barcelona still have six games left to play in La Liga. Next up is a trip to Getafe followed by another away match at Osasuan. Barca then host Real Madrid in El Clasico before finishing off with games against Alaves, Real Betis and Valencia.

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Barcelona are currently sweating on the fitness of Lamine Yamal amid fears he suffered a torn hamstring during Wednesday’s win over Celta Vigo.

Yamal sustained the injury while scoring the winning goal for Barcelona from the penalty spot but may now be set for a spell on the sidelines.

The teenager has also been warned that his World Cup may be in jeopardy as such injuries have a high relapse rate which could be a problem ahead of this summer’s tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada.

“This injury has a relapse rate of 30%, so you have to be very careful. We have to be extremely cautious with the recovery deadlines,” sports medicine expert Dr Ripoll told Cadena SER.

“If the lesion is located in the muscle belly, we are talking about a more benign prognosis; on the other hand, if it is located at the junction of the muscle with the tendon or in the tendon itself, the injury could be more serious: at least four or six weeks.

“It’s very premature to say at this point whether it looks more like a tear or a strain. In any case, coaches like Luis de la Fuente want their players healthy and in good form. I think it’s unlikely he’ll be called up because the relapse rate is 30%, and that would mean losing a player for the World Cup.”

An update on Yamal is expected from Barcelona today as he’s due to undergo tests to determine the severity of the injury.

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FC Barcelona 1-0 Celta de Vigo: One step closer – FC Barcelona
Lamine Yamal penalty splits the sides and the nine-point lead at the top of the table remains intact with just six games to go.

Espanyol 1-4 Barça: Derby win and champions! – FC Barcelona
At the first attempt. FC Barcelona Femení made no mistake and thanks to a 1–4 derby win away to RCD Espanyol Femení, they were crowned league champions for the seventh consecutive time.

Barça Women claim their seventh league title in a row – FC Barcelona
Barça Women are unstoppable as Pere Romeu’s team add another league title to their collection, the 11th in FC Barcelona’s history. Of those title seven have come in the last seven seasons, underlining the Blaugranes’ dominance and opening up a gap over Athletic Club, their nearest rivals with five league titles.

Lamine Yamal forced off with injury after scoring penalty – ESPN
Lamine Yamal was forced off with an injury immediately after scoring a penalty in Barcelona’s La Liga win over Celta Vigo. Yamal won and converted a spot kick to give Barça the lead, but rather than celebrate the goal, he immediately dropped to the ground and called for the medical staff.

Flick: “My feeling is that it’s a goal, I’d like an explanation for the offside” – Mundo Deportivo
The Barcelona coach did not understand why Ferran Torres’ goal was disallowed and acknowledged that the team struggled to develop their game against Celta, hampered by two injuries in the first half.

Pedri, MVP: “Lamine is young, I hope he stays calm and recovers well” – Mundo Deportivo
The midfielder was happy “for such an important victory” against Celta and self-critical “because we didn’t position ourselves well in the first half.”

Joan Garcia: “We competed very well” – Mundo Deportivo
The Barça goalkeeper said that “in the second half we tweaked a couple of things against a great team like Celta and we were better.”

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All set for Barça taking on Celta – FC Barcelona
La Liga returns after a weekend off due to the Copa del Rey final with a Wednesday game for Barça at home to Celta Vigo, kick off 9.30pm CEST at Spotify Camp Nou.

Hansi Flick: ‘The team has energy and enthusiasm’ – FC Barcelona
When you fall down, you have to pick yourself back up again was the message from Barça boss Hansi Flick in his pre-match press appearance before his team’s game against Celta Vigo on Wednesday in La Liga at Spotify Camp Nou.

Five stats about Barça v Celta – FC Barcelona
Matches between Barça and Celta can be considered classic LaLiga fixtures. Games are usually very intense, with a lot of goals scored as a result of the attractive and attacking football both sides play.

Lamine Yamal, Laureus Young Sportsperson of the Year – FC Barcelona
Monday 20 April saw the Laureus World Sports Awards take place in the Palacio de Cibeles in Madrid and the Laureus jury awarded Lamine Yamal the honour of being Young Sportsperson of the Year.

Eric Garcia: ‘Sooner we win the league the better’ – FC Barcelona
Defender assesses final stretch of the league championship and the recent Champions League elimination during the presentation of the 21st edition of ‘Solidarity Sports Stories’.

Big offer for Balde! Aston Villa are prepared to pay 50 million – SPORT
The Barcelona full-back has a very attractive financial offer from the Premier League. If he leaves, the option of signing Alejandro Grimaldo gains traction at Barça.

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Bernardo Silva has regularly been linked with a move to Barcelona over the years and it’s no surprise to see his name popping up again ahead of the summer transfer window.

The Portugal international has confirmed he plans to leave Manchester City, with Diario Sport claiming once again that he fancies a move to Barcelona, noting how some of his family live in the city.

Pep Guardiola has also admitted he’s sad to see Bernardo leave, particularly after he played a starring role again in a crucial win over Arsenal on Sunday.

“If I talk too much, I’ll cry. All I can say is ‘thank you very much from the bottom of my heart, on behalf of this club, for everything you’ve done’. Bernardo has shown that football goes from head to toe,” he said,

“This guy is not the fastest, the swiftest, but he knows exactly at every moment what each action requires. He doesn’t get injured and he is always committed.

“He’s a special, special player. All I can say is that wherever he goes, the team will be immensely lucky to have him.”

With financial issues still a problem for Barcelona, and Hansi Flick admitting his team need leaders, is Bernardo a ‘market opportunity’ that’s too good to ignore?

So today’s Barca Blaugranes Question of the Day is:

Would Bernardo Silva on a free transfer be a good signing for Barcelona?

Now it’s over to you! Feel free to share your thoughts, predictions, opinions and answers in the comments section below!

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Barcelona manager Hansi Flick spoke to the press on Tuesday to preview the upcoming La Liga match against Celta Vigo, but much of the conversation was about other matters.

The Champions League elimination to Atlético Madrid is still fresh on the mind, and Flick revealed what Barça need in order to finally achieve European glory for the first time in over a decade.

Hansi also confirmed his plan to sign a contract renewal when the time is right, and made it clear he’s very hungry to lead Barça to continental success again.

“My plan is to renew. I’m being completely honest. This will be the last step in my career. I feel great. I’d like to renew, but now is not the time to talk about it.

“I also had a great time at Bayern Munich and with the national team, but looking at everything around me, I really see that this is the best. My family and my staff are enjoying being here. It’s fantastic to see the team. A club like Barça and the dream of winning the Champions League have to be fought together and next year we will try again.

“In these matches, momentum and small details also matter. At this time, at the end of the season, it’s important to have all the players available, and we didn’t have De Jong, Raphinha.

“It’s not an excuse but it is important. Last year we had Iñigo, who was a great leader. We need players who lead on the pitch. It’s not just about playing two meters further forward, but in the Champions League we also have to talk about other things. The team is young and we’ll learn. We will.”

Flick has proven time and time again he’s the perfect coach for a young team that needs to mature and learn from their mistakes in Europe, and the fact he wants to stick around and be part of the Barça side that finally conquers the continent again is fantastic news.

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Atletico Madrid star Alexander Sorloth appears to be in demand ahead of the summer transfer window, with AC Milan being credited with interest in the striker.

Barcelona have been linked with a move for Alexander Sorloth as an alternative to Julian Alvarez and are believed to have made an approach already.

Sorloth and Vedat Muriqi have emerged as possible low-cost options for the Catalan giants, with financial contraints still a real issue at Camp Nou.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, AC Milan are also keen on Sorloth after losing interest in Robert Lewandowski. The Rossoneri has been interested in the Pole but have been put off by his salary demands.

Sorloth is expected to cost around 40 million euros this summer and has impressed for Atletico this season, scoring 17 goals in all competitions for Diego Simeone’s men.

The striker also netted five goals in eight matches in World Cup qualifying as Norway booked their spot at the finals for the first time in 27 years.

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Liga time – FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona had another training session this Monday, with just two days left before LaLiga resumes with a 9.30pm CEST kick-off against Celta, another team whose European journey has sadly ended, on Wednesday at Spotify Camp Nou.

Phillip Cocu: ‘Frenkie de Jong’s influence is key’ – FC Barcelona
We talk to Phillip Cocu, the man who shares the record of Dutch player with most appearances for Barça alongside Frenkie de Jong, about the current midfielder’s role in the squad.

Bernal remains sidelined and is a serious doubt for Celta – Mundo Deportivo
The midfielder is still recovering from his left ankle sprain and did not participate in Monday’s training session.

Julián Alvarez and Bastoni prioritize Barça – Mundo Deportivo
If he leaves, the Argentine prefers Barcelona’s offer over those from Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain. The Italian centre-back is willing to help the Catalan club lower his price once Deco receives Flick’s OK for his signing.

Blow for Pacifico: 8-9 months KO and future up in the air – Mundo Deportivo
The Uruguayan defender for Barça Atlètic suffered an injury against UE Olot and medical tests have confirmed that he has a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

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Barcelona continue to be linked with big-money moves for Alessandro Bastoni and Julian Alvarez this summer, with reports claiming the Catalans are working on a transfer worth €80-90 million.

However, the club’s ongoing financial problem remain an issue and the Catalans are yet to return to the 1:1 rule. La Liga president Javier Tebas has said the club are “on the right track” but it’s not known yet if they will get there before the summer.

According to Diari Ara, the club’s current situation means that Barcelona will need “significant sales” if they are to spend big this summer.

The report points out how playing extra games at Montjuic and the Estadi Johan Cruyff earlier this season hurt income, while the club are still awaiting funds from the sale of VIP seats.

Barcelona are therefore said to be willing to listen to offer to most of their players apart from vital stars such as Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Pau Cubarsi and Joan Garcia.

Two players are said to be on the “exit ramp” and they are Marc Casado and Ferran Torres. Casado has struggled for minutes in the current campaign and has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia throughout this season.

Ferran, meanwhile, is in a delicate situation at Barcelona. He’s out of contract in 2027 and a renewal has not yet been offered. He’s said many times in the past he has no intention of leaving but Barca surely won’t want to see him walk away on a free transfer next summer.

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