Joan Laporta says there is "nothing to criticise" when it comes to Lamine Yamal's birthday party, with the Barcelona president wishing he was there.

Marcus Rashford's loan move to Barcelona came after months of behind-the-scenes communication, including regular messages to Lamine Yamal. The Manchester United forward had made it clear he wanted to leave Old Trafford this summer, and the Catalan club were always his first choice. The 27-year-old even took a pay cut to secure the deal and did not ask for guarantees regarding his registration.

Barcelona will pursue re-negotiations with shirt sponsor Spotify, as they look to maximise the value of recent successes and stars like Lamine Yamal.

Pep Guardiola has weighed into the Lamine Yamal vs Lionel Messi debate, with a challenge being posed to Barcelona’s latest wonderkid.

Paris-Saint Germain forward Desire Doue has claimed he is better than Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal after being asked in a recent interview.