FC Barcelona secures 6-1 victory over Alaves amid squad tensions

FC Barcelona returned to winning form with a dominant 6-1 victory against Deportivo Alaves, maintaining their lead in La Liga. This win follows recent losses to PSG and Real Madrid. The team has achieved a historic goal difference of plus 34 after 11 matches, averaging over four goals per game.

Despite the on-field success, internal tensions are rising regarding the status of La Masia talents Alejandro Balde and Pablo Gavi. Reports suggest Balde may be open to leaving the club due to a lack of playing time and reported communication issues with manager Hansi Flick. Similarly, Gavi has seen his role in the midfield hierarchy diminish, receiving minimal minutes in recent matches.