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Barcelona are preparing fresh talks with Manchester United over a permanent deal for Marcus Rashford after agreeing personal terms with the England forward. Hansi Flick views Rashford as a key part of his attacking plans, but United remain firm on their €30 million (£26m) valuation.

Julian Alvarez has reportedly informed Atletico Madrid of his desire to leave the club this summer, snubbing a massive contract extension in the process. The Argentine forward is understood to be seeking a more ambitious sporting project amid interest from the likes of Barcelona, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.

Marc-André ter Stegen remains under contract at FC Barcelona, yet his sporting future there is over. The club is therefore said to be ready to offload the goalkeeper, with a loan move the most likely outcome.

Lamine Yamal has provided a glimpse into the raw emotion shared between team-mates after Gavi received his official call-up for the 2026 World Cup with Spain. The Barcelona midfielder’s inclusion marks the end of a gruelling journey back from a serious knee injury that threatened to derail his international ambitions.