Overview

• Barcelona’s coach said he wants no unexpected departures this month and stressed keeping the full squad, highlighting Fermin Lopez and Marc Casadó.
• ESPN reported the club is open to offers for Casadó, Ronald Araújo, Andreas Christensen and López to gain financial flexibility under league rules.
• Registration issues continue, with Wojciech Szczesny and Roony Bardghji still awaiting first‑team clearance and Gerard Martín expected to be registered once Oriol Romeu finalizes his exit.
• Flick said Robert Lewandowski could be included against Levante subject to fitness, with Ferran Torres also in contention for the No. 9 role.
• The coach defended 18‑year‑old Lamine Yamal following criticism of a self‑crown celebration and reports that prompted a legal threat from a disability rights group, and he predicted a strong season from loanee Marcus Rashford.