The Spain midfielder missed the midweek Champions League victory over Porto because of the hamstring problem which had seen him hobble out of the win against Burnley.

Carrie arranged for some sherry and port wine to be placed on the drawing-room sideboard, with some glasses.

He has scored 20 league goals so far this season, and 27 in all competitions, equalling Lisandro's best tally for Porto but in fewer games.