Marc Casado has fallen behind Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Marc Bernal, and Gavi in the pecking order in midfield, indicating a significant decline in his prominence at FC Barcelona.
Newcastle United defender Sven Botman has undergone successful surgery on a facial fracture. Following concussion protocol, the Dutchman was substituted after suffering the injury during the second half of Sunday's game against Sunderland at St. James' Park.