Barcelona confirm Neymar has anaemia

Barcelona star Neymar has anaemia but it is not a concern for the club, according to the Catalans' sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta.

The Brazilian, who joined the Liga champions from Santos for €57 million this summer, was diagnosed with a low red blood cell count - which can cause excessive levels of tiredness in players - following routine blood tests.

But Zubizarreta has insisted the 21-year-old's condition, which comes a month after the attacker had his tonsils removed, is something the club will manage and is not overly serious.

"We would have liked him to have been in perfect condition, but not many players arrive perfect for the pre-season," Zubizarreta said.

"We'll help make sure he's in the right condition. It's not a concern.