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Former Barcelona president Joan Gaspart has boldly claimed that Marcus Rashford is a better player than Nico Williams, in response to criticism of the club from the Athletic Club winger's brother Inaki. Williams snubbed a move to Barca in favour of signing a new long-term deal with Athletic Club, which paved the way for Rashford to join the Catalan side on loan from Manchester United.

Barcelona star Pau Cubarsi has downplayed the controversy surrounding Lamine Yamal's 18th birthday celebrations.

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Hansi Flick has reportedly ruled out a Barcelona star leaving the club this summer despite links with a €70 million Manchester United move.

Thomas Partey is reportedly set to join Villarreal on a free transfer following his exit from Arsenal.

Interest in Vinicius Junior from Saudi Arabia is said to have dropped, handing a boost to Real Madrid as they try to agree a new deal with the winger.

Marcus Rashford is "confident" that Barcelona will find the money required to complete his registration, while jokingly setting a 100-goal target.

Raul Asencio faces the threat of prison in a child sex abuse case, with Spain's Public Prosecutor's Office calling for a two-and-a-half-year sentence.

Jude Bellingham has been told he is now worth less than Cole Palmer, with Chelsea's talismanic No.10 sitting alongside Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal.

Raphinha has welcomed Marcus Rashford to Barcelona with a firm message, warning the Manchester United loanee about the fierce competition for places at the club. The Brazilian insists that increased rivalry in the squad will only push players to improve as Barca look to compete for major trophies again this season after their great debut season under Hansi Flick.

Real Madrid superstar Arda Guler has showed off his insane accuracy as he sunk a cross-court basket with an impressive trick-shot. Los Blancos are yet to properly begin their pre-season training for the upcoming season, and the midfielder has been enjoying some time away in Turkey with his girlfriend Duru Nayman, who is a professional basketball player.

Franco Mastantuono has been tipped to succeed Lionel Messi as Argentina’s next No. 10 as Daniel Brizuela, the former head of scouting for River Plate, believes that the Real Madrid star has "Zidane-esque qualities". Unsurprisingly, some of Europe’s biggest clubs were circling as he turned 17. Paris Saint-Germain were among those reportedly eager to secure Mastantuono’s signature, but ultimately Real Madrid's persistence paid off.

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has put the brakes on discussions regarding a contract extension, sparking growing uncertainty about his long-term future in the Spanish capital. The Brazilian has less than two years remaining on his current deal, and at this stage, his representatives have decided to step away from the negotiating table entirely, at least for the foreseeable future.

Manchester United are reportedly willing to make a substantial offer for rising Barcelona star Fermin Lopez, with Sport claiming the Premier League club have tabled a £61 million ($70m) bid in the hope of luring the midfielder away from Camp Nou. Within the Barcelona camp, while some still believe in his long-term value to the squad, others are warming to the idea of parting ways, if a hefty proposal arrives.

Real Madrid are delaying a decision over whether Endrick will get their famous No.9 shirt for the new season, with a deadline approaching.

Barcelona may look to offload youngster Marc Casado for a cut-price fee in order to push through Marcus Rashford's registration at the club.

Marcus Rashford is enjoying his time at Barcelona as he was spotted scoring a goal during a training session courtesy of a Lamine Yamal assist. The new Blaugrana No.10 set up a perfect ball for the United loanee with an outstanding Trivela as Rashford comfortably found the back of the net. The winger has appeared in both of Barcelona's pre-season friendlies since joining the club on loan this summer.