Barcelona have confirmed the postponement of their La Liga clash with Osasuna tonight.
La Blaugrana had been preparing for their key league tie at home to Osasuna Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.
However, in the hour before kick off, reports emerged of a request to call off the game at short notice, amid rumours of a Barcelona staff member being seriously unwell.
The club have since confirmed the sad news of the passing of first team club doctor Carles Minarro Garcia with no further details at this stage.
Further information is expected in the coming hours but it is believed to have been a request made by the squad as a mark of respect and gratitude to Minarro Garcia.
La Liga accepted the proposal with Osasuna also offering their condolences over the news.
No update will be made until tomorrow regarding an updated rescheduling of the fixture which will need to be addressed by the club and La Liga to fit with the remaining 2024/25 calendar.
Barcelona host Benfica in a UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg on March 11 in their final home game before the international break.
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