Barcelona are working hard to secure their long-term future by tying down several key players to new contracts. Following Raphinha's bumper extension, the Catalan club have already identified Gerard Martin and Brian Farinas as the next rising stars to be rewarded.
The exceptionally long international break is drawing to a close, leaving Barcelona boss Hansi Flick with a tricky balancing act. While stars like Lamine Yamal and Anthony Gordon have shone on international duty, their heavy workloads will be a major concern ahead of a demanding domestic schedule.
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