Pique playing through knee discomfort
Ronald Koeman keeps on playing Gerard Pique from the start despite the centre-back still suffering knee discomfort after the serious injury he picked back in autumn, Diario AS say. It's claimed that the coach feels safer having Pique on the pitch.
Man City rule out Messi signing
Manchester City are no longer looking to sign Leo Messi this summer, Cuatro report. The Citizens believe that the 33-year-old will extend his contract and continue at Barcelona.
Barca yet to present appeal against Koeman red card
Barcelona 'are yet to present an appeal' against Ronald Koeman's red card he got in the Granada clash, according to reliable Cadena SER. Barca hope that the red-card decision will be overturned and Koeman will be on the bench against Atletico Madrid.
Barca B advance to promotion play-offs
Barcelona B have advanced to the promotion play-offs after beating league leaders Ibiza at home. The Catalans will fight for promotion for the second consecutive time.
