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4Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Barca told Rashford is a ‘better’ signing than Nico Williams

Marcus Rashford Former Barcelona president Nico Gaspart is never shy of an opinion or two and is confident Marcus Rashford will be a better signing for the club than Nico Williams. Gaspart has already hit out at Nico for snubbing a move to Catalunya and now says that Rashford is the better player.“Well, first of all for me Marcus Rashford is better than Nico, from here on I don’t care what [Iñaki Williams] can say,” he said, per Sport. “The player has used us in a good way, he has gotten a good contract, I’m happy for him. I don’t understand Athletic’s disgust and anger, I have signed many important players from Bilbao such as Zubizarreta and I always got on well with the president.” Gaspart is also excited to see how Hansi Flick’s side can do in the new season after winning th...

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3Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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‘He will be a substitute’ – Lewandowski told to leave Barca for Saudi Arabia

Robert Lewandowski Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has been warned his time at the Catalan giants is up and it’s time to head to Saudi Arabia. Clubs in the Middle East are believed to be keen on Lewandowski, although it’s thought he won’t move this summer. Poland legend Jan Tomaszewski has had his say on the issue and explained why Lewandowski should leave Camp Nou. “Robert should finish his time at Barcelona right now and go to a ‘lighter’ club in Saudi Arabia, as the best players in the world have done, except Messi,” he told Super Express. “Let’s face it, this is the end. Robert is not very popular in the team, and the best players in Barcelona don’t pass the ball to him“He stood firm. Of course, he has every right to stay. But he must realise that next season he wil...

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1Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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De Jong decides: Barca midfielder reveals stance over contract extension

Frenkie De Jong Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has confirmed his intention to sign a new deal with the club. De Jong has been linked with a move away on a number of occasions during his six-year stay with the Catalan giants. Manchester United are among the Premier League clubs that have previously shown an interest, but the Dutchman ultimately resisted any transfer temptation to stay put in Barcelona. De Jong has now entered the final 12 months of his contract, raising the possibility that he could depart at the end of the 2025-26 season. However, the 28-year-old has no intention of leaving the club, insisting that he is planning to put pen to paper on a new deal. "I have not renewed my contract, otherwise you would have known," De Jong told reporters on Thursday. "But I am very ha...

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31Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Real Madrid ‘lower’ Rodrygo price amid Arsenal links as Zinchenko approach made

Rodrygo 1 Arsenal face Tottenham in their next pre-season fixture on Thursday. Mikel Arteta's side take on Spurs in Hong Kong looking to make it three successive victories after beating AC Milan and Newcastle United in Singapore. It has been a positive start to pre-season both on and off the pitch for the Gunners, who have signed six players and are looking to get their incoming transfer business wrapped up before the start of the new campaign. Real Madrid are willing to reduce their £78million asking price for Rodrygo in the hope that Arsenal and Liverpool will reconsider their stances, it has been claimed. Spanish outlet AS reports that Liverpool are cooling their interest after welcoming Hugo Ekitike in a £79m deal and shifting their focus to striker Alexander Isak. Meanwhile, Arsenal...

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30Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Ter Stegen’s World Cup spot in doubt due to Barca star’s injury

Marc Andre Ter Stegens Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s place in the Germany team appears to be under threat now due to the goalkeeper’s back injury. The stopper has undergone back surgery in France and is now sidelined for some time. There’s no official word on how long but a return is not expected until the end of the year. Ter Stegen’s injury has put his Barcelona future in doubt, particularly after the arrival of Joan Garcia, while it seems he could also lose his Germany spot as well. Diario AS are reporting that Julian Nagelsmann is now thinking about alternative options while Ter Stegen is out. Nagelsman has backed Ter Stegen unequivocally during his recent lay-off with a knee problem, but it seems he may be about to change his mind. Veteran stopper Oliver Baumann is set to take over from T...

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29Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Pep gives his verdict on Yamal comparisons with Messi

Lamine Yamal Lamine Yamal keeps on being compared to Lionel Messi as he continues to thrive for Barcelona and Spain. The teenager is now wearing Messi’s iconic No. 10 shirt at Barcelona and will be hoping to add more trophies to his collection in the 2025-26 season. Former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola has now been asked about the two players and the following to say. “I think Lamine Yamal should be allowed to develop his career. And when he’s been playing for fifteen years, we’ll decide if he’s better or worse. Let him develop his career,” he told GQ. “And the fact that he’s being compared to Messi is a big deal. Like if you compare a painter to Van Gogh, they’ll say, wow, he’s not bad, it’s a sign he’s good. And that comparison is a sign he’s good. But we have to let him develop his car...

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28Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Thibaut Courtois doubles down on Real Madrid extension plan

Thibaut Courtois Real Madrid remain confident over a contract extension agreement with veteran goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. The Belgian international remains as a vital part of Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid squad, as the undisputed No.1, despite Carlo Ancelotti’s exit. Courtois underlined just how crucial he is to Alonso’s revamped plans at this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup in the USA. The former Chelsea star halted a late Borussia Dortmund comeback with a brilliant save in stoppage time to seal Real Madrid’s passage into the semi-finals and despite being unable to prevent Paris Saint-Germain hammering Alonso’s team in the final four, Courtois was central to keeping the score respectable. According to reports from transfer experts Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto, a deal has been reached f...

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28Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona’s debutants shine against Vissel Kobe in Japan

Barcelonas Marcus Rashford Dribbles The Ball During The Preseason Friendly Between Vissel Kobe And FC Barcelona At Noevir Stadium Kobe On July 27 2025 In Kobe Hyogo Japan The Barcelona preseason tour is always full of intrigue, as culers get their first glimpse of the next Blaugrana stars. In Hansi Flick’s first summer in charge, virtually the entire roster was full of academy prospects, with so many of Barcelona’s players still resting from a hectic summer of international competitions. That gave a golden opportunity to the likes of Marc Casadó, Marc Bernal, and Pau Víctor. This summer in Japan and South Korea, there will be fewer minutes for the youngsters. But it looks like Flick already has an eye on a few who may have a part to play in the upcoming season. No one will be happier at ...

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24Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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‘It feels like home’: Rashford joins Barcelona on loan from Manchester United

Marcus Rashford Of FC Barcelona England forward Marcus Rashford said Barcelona was a club where "dreams come true" as he joined the La Liga champion on Wednesday on a season-long loan from Manchester United with an option to buy. Media reports said that Barcelona would cover Rashford's wages this season after the player accepted a pay cut, with the option to buy set at around €30 million ($35.25 million) for the 27-year-old. "Very excited. I think it's a club where people's dreams come true. They win big prizes. And what the club stands for really means a lot to me as well. So it feels like I am at home," Rashford told reporters following his unveiling. "Another factor is because the conversations I had with the manager (Hansi Flick) were positive. What he did last season was terrific. "...

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23Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Rashford ‘gets green light’ to make Barca debut vs Vissel Kobe

Marcus Rashford Marcus Rashford is set to be officially unveiled as a Barcelona player this week and is being tipped to make his debut in the team’s first pre-season friendly. The Manchester United forward has passed a medical, signed his contract and is just waiting for his loan deal to be officially announced. According to Javi Miguel at AS, Rashford could then get his first minutes for the Blaugrana on Sunday on their pre-season tour. Miguel has posted on X: “Rashford gets the green light! He could play on July 27 against Kobe for a few minutes. His last match was at the end of April.” Barcelona are due to jet out to Asia on Thursday for the start of their tour, with their first game coming against Andres Iniesta’s former team. Rashford missed the end of last season through injury but...

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23Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Kylian Mbappe to take the #10 shirt at Real Madrid next season

Kylian Mbappe 9 Of Real Madrid C.F Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is set to wear the number 10 shirt from next season, according to a report by L’Equipe. According to the report, Mbappe never asked for the shirt, but it was the club’s decision to give it to the French superstar, who may wear it from next season. Real Madrid have the number 10 shirt vacant for the first time since 2017, when James Rodriguez left the club on loan, and the shirt was taken by Luka Modric. It makes sense for Mbappe to wear the shirt as he has also been wearing it for France National Team for a while now. If Mbappe takes the number 10 shirt, his current number will be left vacant, which could be taken up by any of Endrick or Gonzalo Garcia, should he stick with the first team next season. The only other pla...

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22Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Atletico Madrid on the verge of missing out on right-back target

Jesus Areso Of CA Osasuna Atletico Madrid looked close to sealing a deal for Jesus Areso going into last weekend, with a deal close after personal terms were agreed. However his other primary suitor, Athletic Club, have come roaring back in their efforts to sign him. Areso is out of contract next season, and it is public knowledge that he will not sign a new deal at El Sadar. Sporting Director Braulio Vazquez has confirmed that Osasuna made him three renewal offers during last season, but all were turned down. He also has a €12m release clause, but has been linked with a move to both Atletico and Athletic for many months. Despite a move to Atletico seeming all but a done deal, Diario de Navarra, via MD, say that Areso is now on the verge of signing for Athletic. Los Leones have increased...

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21Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Marcus Rashford to join Barcelona on loan

Marcus Rashford 1 Manchester United centurion Marcus Rashford took one more step towards a final move away from his boyhood club this weekend, traveling to Barcelona to complete a loan move to the Catalan giants. The move includes coverage of Rashford’s wages and an option to make the arrangement permanent next summer. The news was widely reported this weekend, with The Athletic’s transfer news guru David Ornstein breaking the story on Saturday. The move was reportedly approved by Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, who was looking for a left-wing/wide forward option to help boost an attacking group that scored 102 goals in La Liga last season as the club won its 28th top-flight title. He was being considered along with Athletic Club winger Nico Williams and Liverpool forward Luis Diaz, but ...

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20Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Ter Stegen not convinced surgery is best option for back problem

Marc Andre Ter Stegen Of Fc Barcelona Looks On Prior To The Laliga Match Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is reportedly “not convinced” he will undergo surgery to cure a back problem that is currently troubling the stopper. Ter Stegen has been training alone at the start of pre-season and has reportedly been advised by medical staff to go under the knife. According to Diario AS, the goalkeeper “isn’t keen” on having another operation and has asked for some thinking time as he mulls over the next course of action. Ter Stegen spent the majority of last season out injured after having surgery on a knee problem and is facing another four months out if he does agree to an operation. AS say Ter Stegen must decide by July 24 whether to go under the knife and it’s not clear yet what w...

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19Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Roony Bardghji making good first impression at Barcelona

SANT JOAN DESPI, SPAIN - JULY 17: Pau Cubarsi and Roony Bardghji during FC Barcelona preseason training day at the Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on July 17, 2025 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona’s new signing Roony Bardghji is reportedly making a good early impression at the club following his move from FC Copenhagen. The youngster has been training with Hansi Flick’s senior squad and is now being tipped to make the pre-season tour squad to Asia. Sources at the club have been impressed by his “work and involvement” and he’s seen as a “quality player” who can make the jump to the first team, according to Mundo Deportivo. The report adds that some of the Barcelona players have been complimentary about Bardghji and “see him as very natural” on the ball. The feeling at Barcel...

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18Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Saudi chiefs readying ‘world-record bid’ for Real Madrid forward

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JULY 9: Kylian Mbappe, left Vinicius Jr of Real Madrid salute Achraf Hakimi of PSG before the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semi-final match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Real Madrid CF at MetLife Stadium on July 9, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Saudi Pro League officials are reportedly prepared to table a world-record bid for Real Madrid attacker Vinicius Junior. The Brazil international has seen his Real Madrid future called into question, having entered the final two years of his current contract. Vinicius's representatives have been in discussions with Los Blancos over a new contract, with the player keen to continue his association with the record European champions. However, it was recently reported that talks between the two parties have s...

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17Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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‘I don’t want to leave’ – Martin talks future and offers injury update

Gerard Martin left-back of Barcelona and Spain controls the ball during the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Gerard Martin has made it clear he has no intention of leaving Barcelona this summer after rumors of interest from Premier League side Wolves. The left-back enjoyed plenty of game time last season and became Alejandro Balde’s back-up in Hansi Flick’s squad. He’s been asked about his future and insists he is not thinking about a move away and hasn’t heard from any potential admirers. “I don’t know if those things are true. If they were, they would have told me,” he told Mundo Deportivo. “I’m very happy here, at Barça, and I don’t want to leave. If the coach and the management have faith in me...

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16Jul By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Atletico Madrid reaches deal to sign Argentina international Thiago Almada

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - JUNE 10: Thiago Almada of Argentina runs with the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American Qualifier match between Argentina and Colombia at Estadio Más Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti on June 10, 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Atletico Madrid has reached an agreement to sign Argentina international Thiago Almada from Brazilian club Botafogo. Atletico said Tuesday the 24-year-old attacking midfielder, who was playing on loan with French club Lyon, will sign his contract with the Spanish club after passing a medical. Atletico did not disclose the transfer fee or give details on the length of the contract. Spanish media said the transfer was worth about 25 million euros ($29 million), with Botafogo receiving a percentage of a possible future transfer...

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15Jul By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Real Madrid plan immediate sale after Alvaro Carreras’ arrival

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JUNE 16: Alvaro Carreras of S.L Benfica during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group C match between CA Boca Juniors and SL Benfica at Hard Rock Stadium on June 16, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Real Madrid have secured their third defensive signing of the summer transfer window as Alvaro Carreras arrives. Benfica have relented in their battle to keep the Spanish left-back after including him in their FIFA Club World Cup squad last month. The Portuguese giants confirmed Real Madrid were interested in bringing Carreras back to the Spanish capital – having previously played for the club at youth level – but their first transfer offers were rejected. Carreras has since headed off on a summer break, but with both sides free from Club World Cup duty, the deal has be...

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14Jul By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Malaga show interest in Jeremy De Leon

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 31: Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid and Jeremy de Leon of Real Madrid during a training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League 2023/24 final match against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium on May 31, 2024 in London, England. Malaga have shown interest in signing Real Madrid Castilla winger Jeremy De Leon, according to a recent report by MARCA. Alvaro Arbeloa, Castilla’s new coach, does not have De Leon in his plans, which is why the door is open for the Puerto Rican to leave the club this summer De Leon was one of Castilla’s only external signings from the last two years, and it was in a position where Raul needed depth. However, he spent more time away from the club recovering from injuries and going to Champions League finals with the first team rather t...

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