Although Barcelona had maintained throughout that Hansi Flick’s side would start the first La Liga match of the new season with Joan Garcia in goal and one or two more reinforcements registered,

FC Barcelona fans continue to face a repeat of last season in terms of concerns with their new players. Dani Olmo arrived last summer, and his participation in the first match days of last season was at risk due to registration issues.

FC Barcelona is awaiting a decision today or tomorrow from LaLiga’s medical committee, which must determine whether Marc-André ter Stegen’s injury qualifies as