Barcelona's injury woes have worsened with the news that star striker Robert Lewandowski has suffered a muscle tear in his left thigh and will be out of action for at least six weeks.
Barcelona delivered a statement performance at the Camp Nou as they dismantled Valencia 6-0 in La Liga, with Fermín Lopez, Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski each scoring twice.
Last summer, Robert Lewandowski turned down a staggering offer from a Saudi Arabian club that would have paid him over 100 million euros per season.
The Polish national football team are embroiled in a dramatic fallout after Robert Lewandowski announced his refusal to play for his country under current manager Michal Probierz.
LaLiga champions Barcelona capped their season with a commanding 3-0 win over Athletic Club, cementing a four-point lead over rivals Real Madrid with their seventh victory in eight league matches.
Former Real Madrid and Germany international Toni Kroos has identified FC Barcelona midfielder Pedri as the club's most vital player, placing him above high-profile teammates Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha.