Barcelona Submit 25-Man Champions League Squad as Rodri, Adeyemi, Gordon and Gabriel Jesus Included

FC Barcelona have submitted their final 25-man squad for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, with several high-profile new arrivals included in Hansi Flick's European plans.
The Catalan giants have finalized their UEFA squad ahead of the start of their Champions League campaign next week, when they are scheduled to face Feyenoord.
Among the major talking points is the inclusion of youngsters Hamza Abdelkarim and Jesse Bisiwu, both of whom have been named on Barcelona's A-list and are therefore eligible to feature in the competition.
Barcelona's Champions League Squad
Goalkeepers: Joan García, Wojciech Szczęsny, Dominik Livaković
Defenders: João Cancelo, Alejandro Balde, Pau Cubarsí, Xavi Espart, Andreas Christensen, Gerard Martín, Jules Koundé, Eric García
Midfielders: Gavi, Pedri, Rodri, Frenkie de Jong, Marc Bernal
Forwards: Fermín López, Gabriel Jesus, Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Karim Adeyemi, Anthony Gordon, Dani Olmo, Jesse Bisiwu, Hamza Abdelkarim
New-Look Barcelona Attack
One of the biggest changes is the absence of a traditional centre-forward such as Robert Lewandowski.
Instead, Barcelona are set to rely on a more fluid attacking system, with Gabriel Jesus expected to provide a central option while Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Karim Adeyemi and new signing Anthony Gordon offer pace, width and versatility.
Gordon's arrival from Newcastle adds another dynamic attacking option, while Adeyemi gives Flick additional speed in transition.
Rodri Headlines Midfield Revolution
The arrival of Rodri represents another major development in Barcelona's squad.
The €60 million signing from Manchester City is expected to become the team's midfield anchor, with Flick potentially pairing him with Pedri in a double-pivot system.
Rodri's experience and defensive qualities could provide greater balance to a Barcelona midfield built around possession and technical quality.
Roony Bardghji Misses Out
One notable absentee is Roony Bardghji.
The Swedish winger has been left out of the Champions League squad after undergoing serious knee surgery. He is expected to spend around six months on the sidelines during his recovery.
Barcelona will therefore have to wait before seeing Bardghji return to European competition.
Barcelona Continue Youth Push
Barcelona have also continued their commitment to developing young talent.
Brian Fariñas will be eligible through the B-list as a homegrown player, while Bisiwu's inclusion comes despite the youngster currently recovering from a knock suffered while playing for Barça Atlètic.
The decision to include Abdelkarim and Bisiwu on the A-list underlines the club's willingness to give its emerging players a pathway into first-team European football.\
Flick Begins Another Champions League Campaign
Hansi Flick remains in charge for his third season as Barcelona manager and will be tasked with guiding the club toward a first Champions League triumph since 2015.
With three senior goalkeepers, eight defenders and a midfield packed with experience and young talent, Barcelona enter the campaign with significant depth across the squad.
The club's new-look attack, the addition of Rodri and the emergence of young players could make this one of Flick's most intriguing Barcelona teams yet.
Barcelona will now turn their attention to Feyenoord as they begin their latest bid to reclaim European football's biggest prize.
