The club had initially registered both players for the first half of the season, but due to La Liga's wage cap restrictions, their licenses were canceled. According to RFEF regulations, once a player's license is canceled, it cannot be reinstated by the same club within the same season.
Barcelona plans to appeal this decision to the Administrative Sports Court in a final effort to reinstate the players. Head coach Hansi Flick expressed hope for a resolution, stating, "We are confident that the situation will be resolved soon."
In the meantime, Barcelona is preparing for their Copa del Rey Round of 32 match against Barbastro, scheduled for today, January 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM local time at the Campo Municipal de Deportes. Flick is expected to field a lineup featuring both regular starters and less frequent players, with potential debuts for goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny and defender Ronald Araújo, who is returning from a five-month injury.
Despite the administrative challenges, Barcelona aims to maintain focus and secure a positive result in the upcoming match. Flick emphasized the importance of concentration, noting, "The match against Barbastro last year was tough; they play well."
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