Xavi-ball is back in town as Barcelona competes against Rayo Vallecano in gameweek 14 of the La Liga season. This comes after the club took a late break for international competition. Despite the fact that they have been on a winning streak in the league for the past two matches, the Catalans have produced a string of dismal performances over the past few weeks.

Xavi has also announced that Frenkie de Jong will be returning to Barca, which is a positive development for the club. Following the match against Celta Vigo on September 23rd, the Dutchman will be included on the squad list for the very first time since that match.

On the other hand, the blaugranes are unable to utilize the services of Gavi because he sustained a catastrophic injury to his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during the break. It is not likely that he will return to the field before the beginning of the new season in the following year, as he will be absent for the entirety of the season.

In addition, Marc-Andre ter Stegen is not included on the roster since he developed a back injury while he was playing for Germany. Inaki Pena will take over as the goalkeeper in lieu of the 31-year-old player.

In addition, Sergi Roberto is currently sitting out with an injury and will not be able to take part in the competition tomorrow..

Aleix Garrido and Unai Hernandez have been brought in to improve the midfield position as a result of Xavi’s decision to recruit assistance from the youth system. In the meantime, Marc Casado has been suspended from Barcelona Atletico due to the amount of yellow cards he has received this season.