The president talked up the improvement of Barça Ladies team and the fact they now have their own unique sponsorship deal

Barcelona's president, Josep María Bartomeu, has encouraged the Ladies side to make that jump up in quality and fight for the Champions League as soon as possible.

"The interest in the Barça Ladies team is growing amongst club members and football supporters," insisted Bartomeu, who claims the Champions League is a realistic target for Fran Sanchez's side.

"Why can't they dream of winning the Champions League? I believe that sooner or later we'll see Barça Ladies in the Champions League final."

Bartomeu also pointed out that the Ladies team will have a new shirt sponsor this season in Stanley Black and Decker. "This agreement shows that our players are very good and have our full backing."

The club president that the "mixed tour had been a great experience for everyone" after the female side accompanied their male counterparts on the US Tour.