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Has the coronation drawn closer?

Former Manchester City playmaker David Silva has revealed how close he came to joining Barcelona before ultimately sealing a career-defining switch to the Etihad Stadium. The Spanish icon explained that Valencia blocked an approach from the Catalan giants in 2008 prior to financial difficulties forcing his eventual sale to England.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick labeled Lamine Yamal a "special player" while warning his squad not to look past Real Betis. Despite high-profile fixtures against PSG and Real Madrid on the horizon, Flick demanded total focus in Seville.

The player declared his support for the Rossoneri