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From the start of last season until December 2024, he played 1,727 minutes out of a possible 2,250, meaning he was involved in 76% of the minutes the team had played in the first half of the previous season. This season, Casado barely reaches 36.3%, having played only 768 minutes out of a total of 2,160. That 40% drop in involvement offers a clear snapshot of Casado's current situation. He knows that he is among Hansi Flick's last options.

According to a report by Mundo Deportivo, Leon Goretzka has asked Hansi Flick if he can join FC Barcelona after his current deal with Bayern Munich expires in the summer. The 30-year-old is officially allowed to negotiate with new clubs starting from January.

FC Barcelona trained this morning for the final time in 2025 as they focus their attention on Saturday's match against RCD Espanyol away from home. Having ended the first part of the season on a winning note, the Catalans will be eager to begin 2026 in the same vein of form. The fact that they face their local rivals in the first game of the year will only serve as added motivation.

FC Barcelona are looking for a new signing in the centre-back department heading into the upcoming January transfer window. The injury to Andreas Christensen has forced the sporting department, led by Deco, to act and explore possible options to reinforce the defensive line in the mid-season trading period. A left-footed centre-back would be Barcelona's preferred target, leading to links with Marcos Senesi and Nicolas Otamendi, among others.

Access to the RCDE Stadium with any type of garment, scarf or FC Barcelona identifying symbol is strictly prohibited: No person wearing t-shirts, scarves, caps, flags or any other insignia of the visiting team will be allowed access. This regulation is applicable to all areas of the stadium. Security and access control personnel will ensure strict compliance with this rule. Anyone wearing FC Barcelona symbols will not be able to enter the stadium.

In a bitter blow, Barcelona youngster Hector Fort, currently on loan at Elche CF, has suffered a shoulder dislocation and has undergone surgery, the club have confirmed. "Elche CF player Hector Fort underwent surgery on Monday by FC Barcelona's medical staff following the injury he suffered in the match against Rayo Vallecano," the statement issued by Elche read. "Medical tests have confirmed an anterior dislocation of the left shoulder. The recovery time will depend on his progress. Get well soon, Hector!"

He turned 18 in 2025... and scored 18 goals!

Christmas has offered the Blaugrana stars a rare moment to slow down, reconnect with loved ones, and share glimpses of their private lives with fans through social media. After Christmas Eve celebrations, several players chose to post photos of dinners, decorated homes, and intimate gatherings. Some shared moments directly on their own accounts, while others appeared in posts uploaded by partners or family members.

Barcelona held an interest in Eyong last summer as well, before he left Villarreal to join Levante, and continue to keep an eye on him. In fact, according to SPORT, the Blaugrana are closely following the 22-year-old centre-forward at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, where he is playing for Cameroon. The forward is one of the names Barça are considering for the upcoming summer transfer window.

After a fierce and unforgettable match against Athletic Club, Maradona removed the jersey and handed it over as usual to the woman responsible for collecting, washing, and preparing the kits for the next game. However, the encounter had been so intense and physical that the shirt was badly torn, ripped open at the chest. Considering it unusable, she decided to discard it. Instead of throwing it away, she passed it on in its damaged state to a friend who owned a bar.

As has been reported previously, the period of understanding between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona is now part of history. This is being clearly reflected in the proceedings taking place at the Barcelona courts, where everything related to the Negreira case is currently under investigation. Last week, the lawyer from Real Madrid posed several questions to Barça president Joan Laporta during his testimony in court. Now, it appears that the Spanish capital club have taken a step further.

After all, the German tactician masterminded four victories in four games, starting with Atletico Madrid and then beating Real Betis and Osasuna, before ending the year with the win over Villarreal. Flick minds himself up against Celta Vigo head coach Claudio Giraldez and RCD Espanyol manager Manolo Gonzalez for the prize. Meanwhile, Barcelona teenage superstar Lamine Yamal is in the running to win the La Liga Player of the Month for December.