The La Liga giants Barcelona will be looking forward to making things right and engraving their name on at least one of the titles. Barcelona missed out on every title because of form even though they had good players. Gavi is all set to make his return and will help Barcelona in the mid-field. But against strong contenders, La Liga side Barcelona weren't able to lay a big impact. Barcelona are facing some financial issues and hence cannot sign big names as their fierce rivals Real Madrid. Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid Sign Well, Barcelona in Injury Trouble Ahead of La Liga 2024-25 Season.

Barca's president Joan Laporta sacked head coach and club legend Xavi Hernandez as Barcelona was unable to win a single title in the 2023-24 season. To make things better for the 2024-25 season, Barcelona has registered Clement Lenglet, Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia for their first La Liga 2024-25 match of the season against Valencia. Lenglet was registered before his anticipated departure. He is expected to leave Barcelona on loan shortly.

Eric Garcia who was part of Spain's squad that won the gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 and also the Euro 2024 winners will remain with the first team this season and has been registered to ensure his availability for the Valencia match. Ansu Fati, sidelined by a foot injury, will miss the Valencia game and his future at Barcelona remains uncertain. Hansi Flick the new head coach of Barcelona has reportedly shown 'great confidence' in him, which may explain why his registration was prioritized. Manchester City Confirms Departure of Striker Julian Alvarez; Argentina Forward Reportedly Set to Join Atletico Madrid.

Barcelona showed great composure in the pre-season tour in the USA as they defeated 15-time UEFA Champions League winners and their fierce rivals Real Madrid. It will be an interesting season of football to look at as the top three giants of La Liga Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have made some new inclusions to their squad.

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