After a short Christmas break, the Spanish championship leader Barcelona will begin preparations for the Catalan derby against Espanyol on Sunday, December 29, according to Diario Sport.

At the same time, four football players will join the team only on January 2.

These are Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Nope, who celebrated Christmas in South America and therefore received more rest, taking into account the time for flights, as well as the rebellious Arturo Vidal, whose situation in Barcelona is becoming foggy.

Match of the 19th round of the championship of Spain Espanyol - Barcelona will be held on Saturday, January 4. Beginning at 22:00 Kiev time.

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