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Will he rise up with Barça?

Anthony Gordon has enjoyed a remarkable start to his Barcelona career following his transfer from Newcastle United. After providing his third assist in as many games during a 5-2 thrashing of Rayo Vallecano, the England winger highlighted the severe tactical differences between the Premier League and La Liga. Gordon believes Spanish football requires a level of intelligence that many English sides lack.

Julian Alvarez has finally decided to remain at Atlético Madrid until at least the January transfer window, effectively ending a protracted summer saga. Despite heavy interest from Arsenal and a strong personal desire to join Barcelona, the Argentine forward will continue to ply his trade under Diego Simeone for now.

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Egyptian starlet Hamza Abdelkarim has expressed his immense pride after making history as the first player from his country to represent Barcelona in a competitive fixture. The young striker was introduced late on during the Blaugrana's emphatic victory to help maintain their perfect start to the new campaign.

Huge praise for the talented Egyptian

The debate is over

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen celebrated his 100th appearance for the club during a commanding 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano. The 30-year-old opened up on overcoming injury setbacks and insisted the Blaugrana have the required quality to challenge for Champions League glory this season.

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Borussia Dortmund were strongly interested in the 20-year-old right-back Hector Fort of Barcelona, who is now joining Real Sociedad. What kind of player has BVB let slip through their fingers?

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has lavished praise on Rodri following the midfielder's high-profile switch from Manchester City to Barcelona this year. The national team boss proudly compared his midfield talisman to Lionel Messi, while also taking the opportunity to pay a glowing tribute to the legendary Argentine after his recent retirement from international football.

How the Argentine overcame his small stature to outjump Manchester United, conquer Europe and begin his reign as the world’s best player