Vinicius Junior is the latest high-profile player to voice frustration over the relentless football schedule after suffering a significant injury.
FC Barcelona's recent form have raised serious concerns, with two consecutive winless games causing alarm bells to ring around the Camp Nou.
Real Madrid have reignited their La Liga title hopes with a commanding 3-0 victory over Leganes with goals by Kylian Mbappe, Federico Valverde and Jude Bellingham.
Bayern Munich have reportedly gained a significant advantage over Real Madrid in the chase to sign Florian Wirtz, in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Rodrygo has returned to field training at Valdebebas just eight days ahead of Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Liverpool.
Frenkie de Jong is set to rejoin FC Barcelona training after being excused from international duty by Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman.