Barcelona begin their pre-season preparations with a significant injury concern hanging over the squad after Frenkie de Jong returned from the World Cup with a serious knee problem. Initial medical checks confirmed the severity of the issue, and the Dutch midfielder is now facing several months on the sidelines. The club is also reportedly furious with Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman and the Oranje medical staff, feeling they were misled about the player's condition during the tournament. Losing De Jong for an extended period is a serious blow to Hansi Flick's midfield options heading into a new campaign.

On the transfer front, Barcelona have moved quickly to address their squad needs. Karim Adeyemi arrived in the city to complete his medical, with the Borussia Dortmund forward set to be officially unveiled once paperwork is finalised in a deal worth €29 million. The club has also confirmed the loan signing of 18-year-old Ecuadorian prospect Josue Caicedo from LDU Quito. More significantly, Barcelona are preparing to contact representatives of Aymeric Laporte, whose commanding performances helped Spain concede just one goal throughout the entire World Cup, with the defender seen as a low-cost option to reinforce the backline.

World Cup success has given the club plenty to celebrate, with Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres both starring as Spain beat Argentina in the final. Barcelona face CE Europa in a pre-season friendly on July 24 as they build towards the new LaLiga season.