Barcelona have confirmed that all issues have been “resolved” regarding their first preseason friendly of the summer in Japan. Just two days earlier, the reigning La Liga champions revealed that their scheduled friendly against Vissel Kobe had been canceled “due to serious contractual breaches on behalf of the promotor”.

Barcelona are looking to defend their La Liga title, with Flick sealing the championship in his first season in charge. According to reports, he imposed a number of strict rules on his new squad upon his arrival to instil new standards in the dressing room.

Marcus Rashford has completed his 'dream' move to Barcelona, joining the Catalan giants on a season-long loan move from Manchester United, who will save around £12million in terms of his salary, with

Contrary to popular assumption, the legendary Johan Cruyff never wore his signature No. 14 shirt for Barcelona. The Ajax icon was given No. 9 during his spell in Catalonia. Cruyff’s less heralded son, Jordi, did get a run out for Barcelona with 14, though.