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Lionel Messi has been described as "lively" in training as reports grow he could return to action in Saturday's Clasico against Real Madrid.

Former Barcelona captain Xavi admits he initially thought Louis van Gaal was an "idiot" but changed his mind after a week working with him.

Argentina's club doctor has warned Lionel Messi he will put himself at risk of long-term injury if he returns in next Saturday's El Clasico.

Hakan Calhanoglu acknowledges that he would find it hard to turn down offers from Manchester United or Barcelona.

Thomas Vermaelen has revealed Arsenal couldn't wait to get rid of him and has admitted he was "stunned" to discover Barcelona wanted him.

Paul Pogba's agent says Barcelona are only one of several clubs that the midfielder could join if he decides to leave Juventus.

Barcelona will appeal against the red card shown to Javier Mascherano in Sunday's victory over Eibar.

Luis Suarez scored a hat-trick as Barcelona moved level on points with Real Madrid at the top of La Liga with a 3-1 win over Eibar.

Manchester United's Ander Herrera is reportedly on a list of potential midfield signings for Barcelona ahead of the January transfer window.

Barcelona have thrown their "full support" behind Lionel Messi as he continues to face allegations of tax fraud that could see him jailed.

Brazilian forward Neymar will remain at Barcelona "for life," according to the club's technical director Roberto Fernandez.

Barcelona have confirmed they are actively keeping tabs on potential new signings as they prepare for the end of their transfer ban.

Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho is keen to leave Anfield and join Barcelona in January, according to reports in the Spanish press.

Barcelona are ready to make a £22.25million bid for Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho in January, according to reports in Spain.

Luis Enrique admitted Barcelona's Champions League win came at a price with Andres Iniesta set to join Lionel Messi on the sidelines.

Lionel Messi is facing up to two months out after suffering a knee ligament injury in Barcelona's 2-1 win over Las Palmas on Saturday.

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has been ruled out for up to eight weeks after suffering a torn ligament in his left knee, the La Liga club have announced.

Former Liverpool striker Iago Aspas scored twice as unbeaten Celta Vigo ended Barcelona's 100% start in La Liga with a 4-1 win at Balaidos.

Alessandro Florenzi's stunning strike gave Roma a 1-1 draw with Barcelona, while Thomas Muller scored twice in Bayern Munich's win over Olympiacos.

Arda Turan has revealed Barcelona rejected "some serious loan offers" this summer, with Liverpool and Tottenham both reportedly left frustrated.

Gerard Pique admits he "always wants things to go badly" for Real Madrid and insists he has nothing to apologise for after he was booed by a section of Spain fans.

Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba doesn't know if a deal has been struck for Barcelona to sign him in January but is happy to see out the season in Turin.

Lionel Messi will stay at Barcelona for "the rest of his life", according to the club's sporting director Robert Fernandez.