Barcelona wait on Raphinha as Gerard Martín nears new deal
Barcelona are ready to offer Gerard Martín a new contract after his growing role under Hansi Flick, with the defender now viewed as part of the club’s long-term project.
Barcelona are tracking RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa as they look for another wide option, but Arsenal are reported to be the club most determined to sign him.
Raphinha has oedema in the back of his right thigh but no major injury. Barcelona will only consider him for Getafe if he reaches full fitness after his Brazil withdrawal.
Lamine Yamal and Rodri led Spain to a 3-1 win over Czechia, with Yamal scoring early and Rodri dictating play before Mikel Merino wrapped up the Nations League victory.
Rodri ended a two-year wait for a Spain goal by scoring in the 2-0 lead over Czechia, a timely sign of his growing influence after a long injury lay-off.
Lamine Yamal scored inside six minutes again as Spain beat Czechia 3-1. Rodri added the second and Mikel Merino sealed it after a late scare in Oviedo.
Barcelona fans need not worry over Pau Cubarsí’s Spain absence against Czechia - Luis de la Fuente has rested him after two full matches, with Croatia next in the plan.
Lamine Yamal paid tribute to idol Neymar by recreating his trademark touch for Spain after scoring again in the Nations League win over Czechia.
Anthony Gordon returns to Barcelona in top form after scoring in all three England games this break, including a goal and an assist in a 7-0 win over Croatia.
Barcelona are working on a January move for a centre-back after missing out in the summer, with Andreas Christensen’s latest injury increasing the risk of a defensive crisis.
Barcelona do not want to sell Marc Bernal to Liverpool, but could sanction a permanent 2027 exit if the midfielder asks to leave over his lack of minutes.
Hansi Flick will restart training with only eight senior players during the break, with most of Barcelona’s internationals not due back until Thursday before Getafe.
A leaked Barcelona 2027/28 home kit suggests thinner classic Blaugrana stripes, a polo-style collar and a retro look, with shirt sales remaining vital to club revenue.
Alejandro Balde wants to stay at Barcelona despite limited minutes and interest from Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United. Barça could consider a €60m January sale.
Fran García praised Lamine Yamal as ‘one of the best’ but said he would give the Ballon d’Or to Fabián Ruiz, not the Barcelona forward.
Barcelona’s rebuilt Camp Nou is due in the first quarter of 2028, with 105,000 capacity, a vast roof, 9,400 VIP seats and projected extra revenue of about €350m.
Barcelona remain interested in Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi after two rejected bids. The 20-year-old is injured, with Arsenal and Tottenham also monitoring him.
Frenkie de Jong is closing in on his Barcelona return and could rejoin group training on Monday, with Lamine Yamal and team-mates reacting to his recovery update.
João Félix wants a Barcelona return after Al-Nassr, but a unilateral extension clause could block it. Barcelona know his wishes, though a move is not a priority.
Jules Kounde’s reduced role under Hansi Flick has fuelled doubts over his Barcelona future, with January offers possible as Chelsea and Bayern monitor the defender.
