One year later and life remains the same for Sergio Busquets and Ivan Rakitic. At the end of last season, and after another disappointing campaign in Europe, the message from Barça was clear: "We need to prioritise the Champions League and reach the end of the season in better shape." This extends to Leo Messi too, who mentioned during his presentation as the club's captain how important the trophy was: "This year we're going to do everything possible so that beautiful and desired cup returns to the Camp Nou." After the first four months of the campaign, the numbers make it clear that Ernesto Valverde hasn't changed his methods. The cases of Sergio Busquets and Ivan Rakitic are clear examples of that.
Sergio Busquets and Ivan Rakitic will be pushed to the limit again (leer noticia)