Carvajal defends stance on Hermoso, Rubiales

Barcelona have been dealt a double injury blow in midfield ahead of the season run-in with Frenkie de Jong and Pedri both set to miss next week’s crucial Champions League game against Napoli and the trip to Atlético Madrid in LaLiga.

Mauricio Pochettino has said “pressure” is inevitable when results are not forthcoming as Chelsea face a battle to qualify for Europe this season.