BARCA: LA LIGA EXIT’S NOT FOR US
BARCELONA confirmed they want to remain in La Liga – even if Catalonia is independent of Spain.
A tense political situation in the region meant Barca played against Las Palmas behind closed doors this month and cast doubt on them staying in the league.
But club president Josep Maria Bartomeu said: “We want to continue playing in La Liga and, as of today, our participation in La Liga is guaranteed.”
Barca are four points clear after beating Malaga 2-0 on Saturday night.
In Italy, Chievo won the Verona derby as Sergio Pellissier, 38, netted the winner in a 3-2 triumph over Hellas Verona.