Official: Barcelona Announce Permanent Departure

Spanish giants Barcelona have confirmed the permanent departure of yet another first-team player, who was recently accused of badmouthing a teammate.

Riqui Puig, 22, has joined LA Galaxy on a free transfer, committing to a three-year deal with the MLS side.

The midfielder battled to break into Barcelona's first team despite showing great promise at youth level, although he did make 56 appearances since his senior debut.

Amid the uncertainty around his future leading up to his departure, a number of Spanish outlets reported that Puig was unknowingly recorded badmouthing forward Ferran Torres, leading to doubts about his attitude and professionalism.

Puig, however, will be hoping to put that behind him as he tries to establish himself in the United States following eight years on Barcelona's books.

Out: Philippe Coutinho – joined Aston Villa for €20m

Out: Francisco Trincao – joined Sporting Lisbon on loan

Out: Rey Manaj – left Barcelona as a free agent, has joined Watford

Out: Moussa Wague – left Barcelona as a free agent, has joined HNK Gorica

Out: Dani Alves – left Barcelona as a free agent, has joined UNAM Pumas

Out: Oscar Mingueza – joined Celta Vigo on a free transfer

Out: Clement Lenglet – joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan

In: Raphinha – signed from Leeds United for €58m

In: Jules Kounde – signed from Sevilla for €50m

In: Robert Lewandowski – signed from Bayern Munich for €45m

In: Franck Kessie – joined after leaving AC Milan as a free transfer

In: Andreas Christensen – joined after leaving Chelsea as a free transfer

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