The Club World Cup essentially served as Los Blancos’ preseason, but with the elevated stakes of competing for a trophy alongside some of the best teams in the world. Real Madrid played six matches in their run to the semifinals, battling against the likes of Borussia Dortmund, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain .

The Blaugrana are desperate to prevent another 'Luis Figo transfer' and do not want Los Blancos to prise away one of their top players, claims a report in Spain

According to UOL, Barcelona have set their sights on Real Madrid winger Rodrygo. The Catalan club has reportedly reached out to the player's agents.