Activity concerning the transfer market at the Camp Nou is unlikely going to be in high activity given the La Liga registration issues and the lack of transfer speculation currently.
So, what’s left to look forward to in August? Plenty. In fact, Barcelona fans can expect a packed month full of moments to savor, both on and off the pitch.
Friendlies the focus at the start of the month
Barcelona wrap up their Asian friendlies on Monday, 4 August, with a clash against K League 1’s bottom side, Daegu FC. Hansi Flick’s men will be aiming for three clear objectives in their final game in Korea: stay injury-free, secure the win, and keep a clean sheet.
Just a few days later, on Sunday, the annual Joan Gamper Trophy takes centre stage at the Estadi Johan Cruyff, with Como 1907 in town. The Italian side brings a few familiar faces, Sergi Roberto, Álex Valle, and Cesc Fàbregas, making their return to Barcelona for what promises to be the toughest test of pre-season.
La Liga season starts
The domestic season kicks off on August 15, the first step in the long journey to crown the 2025/26 champions. Opening day sees Girona host Rayo Vallecano, followed by Real Oviedo marking their top-flight return against Villarreal.
Barcelona begin their campaign with a trip to the Balearic Islands to face Mallorca at Son Moix. It’s a tricky opener, with Jagoba Arrasate setting his sights on pushing Mallorca towards European qualification. With talents like Pablo Torre, Cyle Larin, and Vedat Muriqi in their ranks, it promises to be a stern first test for Hansi Flick’s side.
Away travels to end the month
With Camp Nou still not officially ready, Barcelona face an extended run of away fixtures, including trips to Levante and Rayo Vallecano to close out the month. Typically, La Liga alternates home and away games in the early rounds, but this season’s schedule offers no such balance for Hansi Flick’s side.
Levante return to the top flight after a three-year absence, eager to make an impression, while Rayo Vallecano will be juggling league duties with their first European campaign in over 25 years — a challenge that could test their depth and consistency.