There has been an underlying tension this season in the Spanish capital between Felix, 23, and his manager, Diego Simeone and Atletico Madrid are now reportedly ready to sell the attacker.

The Spanish top flight issued a press release calling for sporting sanctions following the unanimous reignation after LaLiga had filed an official complaint against Juventus in April 2022.

Asensio joined Madrid in 2015 and is now into his eighth season at the club. His contract is due to expire next summer, and it is currently unclear as to whether he will stay or look for a new challenge.

PETE JENSON: Spain have confirmed Barcelona's 19-year-old Alejandro Balde's call-up to their World Cup squad after Jose Gaya was forced to withdraw because of injury.

Marcos Alonso will be offered a contract extension as Barcelona juggle their financial constraints, after President Joan Laporta admitted the club cannot add to their squad in January.