Espanyol

Ernesto Valverde Tejedor Ernesto Valverde is not about to rush Ousmane Dembele's return from injury, even if the Frenchman appears to be ahead of schedule.

Gerard Piqué Bernabéu Barcelona defender offered Espanyol a cheekily reworked moniker after Ernesto Valverde's side beat their city rivals in the Copa del Rey.

Philippe Coutinho Correia Philippe Coutinho was understandably delighted after making his debut for Spanish giants Barcelona Thursday.

Luis Suarez Philippe Coutinho made his Barcelona debut as a substitute as Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi goals booked a Copa del Rey semi-final spot.

Philippe Coutinho Correia Barcelona could hand debuts to new signings Philippe Coutinho and Yerry Mina against Espanyol on Thursday.

Luis Suarez After Yerry Mina and Philippe Coutinho joined the leaders of La Liga, Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde hinted further players could sign.

Gerard Piqué Bernabéu Despite the threat of RFEF action, Gerard Pique is not sorry for the comments he made about Espanyol.

Antoine Griezmann Diego Simeone said poor concentration along with a number of suspensions and injuries contributed to Atletico Madrid's defeat to Espanyol.

Diego Simeone Goals from Oscar Melendo and Leo Baptistao helped Espanyol become the first side to win away at Atletico Madrid this season.

Luis Suarez Luis Suarez fueled more speculation Antoine Griezmann is on his way to Barcelona but Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone would not play ball.