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Costly Cubarsi red leaves Barca with mountain to climb

Barcelona have been left with a mountain to climb if they are to make it to the Champions League semi-finals as they went down 2-0 to Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their quarter-final on Wednesday. The Blaugrana were left to rue Pau Cubarsi's first-half red card, as goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth secured victory for the visitors in Catalunya.

Barca offered Leao as Milan set price

Barcelona have been handed a surprising boost in their long-standing pursuit of Rafael Leao, with the AC Milan star reportedly offered to the Catalan giants. After a breakdown in his relationship with the Rossoneri management, the Portuguese international could be available for a significantly lower fee than previously expected.

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Flick sends clear warning to Rashford ahead of Atletico UCL clash

Hansi Flick has issued a clear challenge to Marcus Rashford as Barcelona prepare for their crucial Champions League quarter-final showdown against Atletico Madrid. The German coach addressed the Manchester United loanee's integration into the side while laying down the law regarding tactical discipline on the European stage.

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Portuguese full-back: This player’s absence is affecting Barcelona

Rashford's potential £26m transfer to Barca an 'absolute robbery' - Ferdinand

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has called Marcus Rashford's potential £26 million (£34m) transfer to Barcelona an "absolute robbery". The defender-turned-pundit believes the England international has finally rediscovered his best form on loan at the Spotify Camp Nou and would like to see him return to Old Trafford.

Rashford closes in on permanent Barca move after Atletico heroics

Marcus Rashford has taken a significant step toward making his stay at Barcelona permanent following a commanding performance in the win over Atletico Madrid. The Manchester United loanee, who has revitalised his career in La Liga, proved to be the difference-maker as the Blaugrana continue to weigh up their summer transfer options.

Man Utd ready for £100m fire sale as Ratcliffe orders cull

Manchester United are preparing for one of the most ruthless transfer windows in their history as Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks to completely overhaul a stagnant squad. The INEOS chief has reportedly identified at least eight senior players who will be shown the door to raise crucial funds for new arrivals.

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Flick: Real’s slump doesn’t concern me… and the referee got Martin’s punishment wrong

Barcelona manager leaves the future of Lewandowski and Rashford in doubt

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Never write off Lewandowski! Barca tighten grip on title race

Barcelona moved one step closer to defending their La Liga crown as Robert Lewandowski came off the bench to net a late winner in Saturday's 2-1 victory over 10-man Atletico Madrid. Marcus Rashford had earlier got himself on the scoresheet for the Blaugrana as they moved seven points clear of Real Madrid at the top of the table following Los Blancos' loss to Mallorca earlier in the day.

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Barcelona risk falling apart without injured Raphinha

There were just a few minutes to go in the first half of Brazil's friendly with France last week when Raphinha began to experience what Carlo Ancelotti called "mild discomfort" in his right thigh. However, the mere fact that he failed to re-emerge for the second period at the Gillette Stadium immediately put Barcelona's medical team on red alert and they promptly reached out to the winger, desperately hoping to receive reassurance that he hadn't aggravated an issue that had already sidelined him twice this season.

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Rashford holds the key to the Moroccan star’s return to Barcelona

Barcelona are considering bringing back their former star

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How Rashford's future will impact Barcelona's transfer plans

Barcelona find themselves at a critical juncture regarding the future of Marcus Rashford, who is currently on loan at the Spotify Camp Nou from Manchester United. The club's alternative transfer targets have been revealed should they decide not to sign him outright.

Revealed: Man Utd plan to axe five high earners

Manchester United are preparing a massive financial reset by offloading five senior stars this summer. The move aims to slash more than £1 million per week from the payroll to fund a squad overhaul and ease the financial burden on the club.

Has Rashford’s €30m clause expired? Update on Barca loanee

Reports of the purchase option in Marcus Rashford’s loan agreement at Barcelona expiring have been addressed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. It has been suggested that the €30 million (£26m/$35m) buyout clause in the winger’s deal at Camp Nou is no longer valid, with parent club Manchester United therefore in a position to dictate what happens in the summer window.

Frequently asked questions

: Lionel Messi is a versatile attacker who has featured both through the middle and in a free role from the right, allowing him to cut inside on to his stronger left foot.
: Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe, in Argentina on June 24, 1987.
: The Argentine maestro wears the number he has been known to don for the majority of his career, the No. 10, at MLS outfit Inter Miami.
: Lionel Messi is often among the shortest players on a football pitch, standing at just 1.70m (5ft 7in). However, it is due to his low center of gravity which has made him one of the most fearsome forces to be reckoned with in football history.
: Lionel Messi weighs 67kg (148 lbs), his low weight aiding him in gaining high bursts of acceleration and gliding past defenders as if they were never there.
: Lionel Messi began his journey in football with local club Grandoli at the age of four, in 1992, before joining the team he loved the most, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of six. He stayed with the Argentine club until 2000, when he made the switch to Barcelona.
: Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo have three sons: Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro.
: Lionel Messi is married to Argentine model and media personality Antonella Roccuzzo. The couple exchanged vows back in 2017.

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