Real Madrid opened up a seven-point gap at the top of La Liga after beating Celta Vigo 4-0 at the Bernabeu Stadium.
Jude Bellingham has been suspended for Real Madrid's next two league matches after his red card against Valencia at the weekend.
Real Madrid are intensifying their pursuit of Alphonso Davies, reportedly willing to raise their offer to Bayern Munich to €50 million, as revealed by Cadena Ser.
As the summer transfer window beckons, FC Barcelona are eyeing creative solutions to reinforce their squad, the spotlight has turned to Arsenal's Jorginho.
In a Barcelona setback, coach Xavi Hernandez expressed concern over the potential lengthy absence of midfielders Frenkie de Jong and Pedri.
Barcelona remain third in La Liga after being held to a 0-0 draw by Athletic Bilbao at San Mames.