Barcelona are entering what could be the most defining stretch of their campaign, with major fixtures lined up, which is why having important players back at this stage could make all the difference.
"I've been silent since I resigned in October 2020 because, once the president does the job he's supposed to do, it's best to take a step back. But it's true that lately, both because of the inheritance - after five years, I'm still being talked about a lot - and because of the campaign, my name has come up again."
Barcelona's 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano has strengthened their position at the top end of La Liga, setting the stage for a crucial upcoming clash against Atletico Madrid.
Barcelona's match against Rayo Vallecano drew an impressive 56,812 spectators, setting a new benchmark for the season at the newly renovated Spotify Camp Nou.
Joaquin Panichelli has established himself as one of the most effective young forwards in Ligue 1, with 18 goals and four assists in 38 appearances across all competitions.