Tag: Barcelona

29Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona reach agreement in principle with Frenkie de Jong

Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona controls the ball during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. As well as making signings, Barcelona are hoping to finalise crucial contract renewals during the summer transfer window. And the most important involves that of Frenkie de Jong, who is about to enter into the final 12 months of his existing deal. In 2024, it had looked destined that de Jong’s future would be away from Barcelona, but after establishing himself as a regular starter during the second half of the 2024-25 season, things have now drastically changed to the point where it is now taken for granted that he will sign a new contract. Frenkie de Jong close to finalising new Barcelona contract In ...

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28Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona set Nico Williams signing deadline

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 1: Nico Williams of Athletic Club de Bilbao reacts after a missed opportunity during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 semifinal first leg match between Athletic Club and Manchester United at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, Spain on May 1, 2025. (Photo by Guillermo Martinez/Anadolu via Getty Images) The board at La Liga champions Barcelona have set themselves a deadline to pay the release clause of leading transfer target Nico Williams. That’s according to Diario Sport, who have late this week provided an update on the situation. Wide-man Nico is of course widely expected to take his talents to Catalunya’s capital before the summer is out. With the parties having already reached an agreement on the terms of a long-term contract, all that remains is for Barca to pa...

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27Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barca to miss out on Perisic as veteran to renew with PSV

EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS - MARCH 8: Ivan Perisic of PSV during the Dutch Eredivisie match between PSV v SC Heerenveen at the Philips Stadium on March 8, 2025 in Eindhoven Netherlands. Ivan Perisic has been linked with a shock move to Barcelona this summer but appears set to stay at PSV after all. The veteran Croatian had emerged as a possible option for Hansi Flick’s side and there was talk he could join on a free transfer. Yet it’s now being reported he will stay on at PSV. Fabrizio Romano says the attacker will sign a two-year deal, with Barca’s attentions firmly focused on Nico Williams instead. Barcelona are expected to try and activate Williams’ release clause next week and bring him to the club from Athletic. The Basques aren’t happy about the situation, claiming the transfer shou...

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21Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona star to move to Saudi Arabia in 2026

Robert Lewandowski and his wife, Anna Lewandowska, celebrate their league championship victory at the end of the match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF, corresponding to week 37 of LaLiga EA Sports, played at the Olympic Stadium Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) A headline member of the attacking ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona is all set to take his talents to the Middle East in the summer of 2026. That’s according to Diario Sport, who point towards Robert Lewandowski as the player in question. Veteran frontman Lewandowski, as things stand, is due to see his contract terms with Barcelona expire in 12 months’ time. With the Pole set to turn 38 years of age not long after, the widespread ass...

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21Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Nico Williams asks for Athletic Cub ‘gesture’ over Barcelona offer

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 01: Nico Williams of Athletic Club looks on during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between Athletic Club and Manchester United at San Mames on May 1, 2025, in Bilbao, Spain. Barcelona are confident over their revived transfer push to sign Athletic Club winger Nico Williams in the coming weeks. La Blaugrana infamously tried and failed to land the Basque forward last summer following his starring role in Spain’s UEFA Euro 2024 title win. His commitment in Bilbao won the day, as he opted to stay at the Estadio San Mames for at least another year, to drive the team on. Despite falling short in the UEFA Europa League semi finals, Williams and Co. clinched a return to the Champions League for next season, in what could be a parting gift from the ...

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18Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona complete first signing of the summer

Joan Garcia plays during the friendly match between Catalonia and Costa Rica at the Johan Cruyff Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on May 28, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) FC Barcelona have officially announced that they have completed the signing of Joan Garcia from RCD Espanyol by paying his €25 million release clause.The 24-year-old Spanish shot-stopper has signed a six-year contract with the La Liga champions, running until the summer of 2031. Having returned from his vacation earlier this week, Garcia first announced his departure from Espanyol this morning before Barcelona made his signing official. One of the best goalkeepers in La Liga this past season, Garcia was Espanyol’s most impressive player and almost single-handedly ensured their sa...

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17Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona confirm fixtures for 2025 pre-season of Asia

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 25: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, reacts during the LaLiga match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on May 25, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images) Barcelona will return to work for the start of pre-season on July 13 and then jet out to Asia for a tour ahead of the new campaign. Hansi Flick’s side will fly to Japan first for a match with Vissel Kobe and then head to South Korea for two more games as they get ready to defend their La Liga title. Here’s a look at the fixtures: July 27: Vissel Kobe vs Barcelona, ko 7pm local time, 12pm CET, Noevir Kobe Stadium July 31: FC Seoul vs Barcelona, ko 8pm local time, 1pm CET, Seoul World Cup Stadium August 4: Daegu FC vs Barcelona, (]KO 8p...

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15Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Barca & Monaco reportedly in talks to finalize Ansu Fati loan deal

Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona plays during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Lluís Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. FC Barcelona and AS Monaco have reportedly resumed negotiations to arrange a loan move for 22-year-old winger Ansu Fati. Talks had stalled due to financial disagreements, mainly over how to divide Fati’s high salary. Barcelona initially wanted Monaco to cover 80%, while the French club only offered 30%. Recent progress suggests a compromise may be reached closer to 40%, though Barcelona is still pushing for a larger contribution from Monaco. The proposed deal is a one-season loan, possibly with a purchase clause at the end. While Barcelona preferred a mandatory buy option, all parties are now open to making that clau...

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10Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

‘He has this magic’ – Deco has huge prise for Yamal

Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona controls the ball during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. Deco has been chatting about Lamine Yamal and how he’s the kind of player who can “amaze everyone” with his magic. The teenager has already produced plenty of amazing moments in his young career, with Deco also impressed by the 17-year-old’s maturity on the pitch. “He is one of those players who appear every year and amaze everyone,” he told Globo. “He has this ability not only technically, but he is also very mature for his age. And he also has this magic, not only in terms of what he is like on the field. “But, perhaps because of his age, he identifies a lot with the young audience. It makes him a playe...

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8Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Frenkie de Jong reveals whether or not he will renew with Barcelona

Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona controls the ball during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. With the summer transfer window now here, FC Barcelona is expected to make some big decisions. From both arrivals to departures, the Catalan giants will need to address various matters. While no move has been made by Barcelona thus far, it is simply a matter of time. In terms of arrivals, the potential signing of Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia seems to be on the right track. With reputable sources having confirmed that he is now on the verge of joining the club, it seems that Barcelona has made some progress in that department. Barcelona focusing on renewals Moreover, the club has been making a lot o...

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5Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Liverpool reject Barcelona bid for Diaz

BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Luis Diaz of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion FC and Liverpool FC at Amex Stadium on May 19, 2025 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Shaun Brooks - CameraSport via Getty Images) Liverpool have rebuffed an approach by Barcelona for winger Luis Diaz.The Colombia international has been a target for the LaLiga champions for some time, although he has also been attracting interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr. Only last month Barca's sporting director Deco publicly named Diaz, and Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford, when talking about their transfer plans. However, it is understood when the Catalan club made an approach to Liverpool on Wednesday they were told they had no intention of selling. Diaz turned ...

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4Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

LALIGA

Yamal reacts to talk he’s set to take over the No. 10 shirt at Barca

Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. (Photo by Gongora/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Lamine Yamal has signed a new contract at Barcelona that will keep him at the club at least until 2031 and is expected also to be handed the No. 10 shirt for next season. The iconic shirt currently belongs to Ansu Fati, but the forward is set to move on in the summer and is being tipped to join Monaco. Yamal has been asked about changing shirt numbers and told COPE he is in absolutely no rush to let go of his No. 19 jersey at Barcelona. “At the moment, Ansu has it,” he explained.“I wear number 19 and I really like it; it’s brought me luck....

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2Jun By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Barcelona star withdraws from international duty

Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. Barcelona star Fermin Lopez will play no part in the U21 European Championships this summer. As much was confirmed on Sunday evening, with the midfield starlet set to be afforded a much-needed rest with a view to next season. The name of youngster Fermín took its place front and centre in the media headlines in Barcelona late last month This came after word was forthcoming that the 22-year-old had been afforded call-ups to both Spain’s senior national team for the Nations League, and the country’s U21 setup for the European Championships. This news sparked understandable concern on the part ...

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1Jun By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

Ligue 1

Barcelona send message to Luis Enrique and PSG after Champions League triumph

MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 31: Vitinha, Ousmane Dembele and Luis Enrique of Paris Saint-Germain celebrate the victory with the trophy after the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano at on May 31, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Xavier Laine/Getty Images) Paris Saint-Germain finally won the UEFA Champions League for the first time in the club’s history after a strong and confident performance against Inter Milan in the final. For years, PSG had come close but never managed to go all the way. After so many tearful nights in Europe, they can now celebrate the biggest success in their history. The man behind this special moment is Luis Enrique, as the former Barcelona manager guided his team with calm and class throughout the season. With...

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28May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Romeu returns to Barcelona after Girona loan

VALLADOLID, SPAIN - MAY 13: Oriol Romeu of Girona FC in action during the LaLiga match between Real Valladolid CF and Girona FC at Estadio Jose Zorrilla on May 13, 2025 in Valladolid, Spain. Oriol Romeu has returned to parent club Barcelona following the end of his season-loan deal with Girona. The club confirmed Romeu was departing following the end of the 2024-25 La Liga season. Romeu made 31 appearances in all competitions for Michel’s side who ended the campaign in 16th place in the table. Here’s the club’s statement: ”Bryan Gil, Oriol Romeu, Arnaut Danjuma and Arthur Melo, the four players on loan who have worn the red and white shirt this season, return to their teams of origin. Romeu has played sixty-five games between two stages, scoring two goals; Bryan has played on thirty-t...

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27May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Barca extends wunderkind Yamal through 2031

Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Llus Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. Barcelona has inked young superstar Lamine Yamal to a new deal. The team announced an extension on Tuesday that will take the 17-year-old Spain winger through 2031. Yamal made his senior debut in 2023 at the age of 15. "Yamal's renewal is a demonstration of the solidity of Barca's project," the team said in a statement. "His emergence on to the world football scene is like few others. The lad from Mataro near Barcelona has exploded on to the stage that is world football with performances that are already part of Barcelona history." Yamal made 55 appearances across all competitions this seaso...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Spanish champs Barcelona end season in style

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 25: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with his teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on May 25, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. Barcelona have capped their title-winning campaign with a 3-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao, with Robert Lewandowski scoring twice but falling short of catching Kylian Mbappe as the Spanish league's top scorer for the season. Lewandowski found the net in the 14th and 17th minutes in Bilbao to finish the season with 27 goals, four fewer than Frenchman Mbappe, who scored twice in Real Madrid's 2-0 win against Real Sociedad on Saturday. Poland international Lewandowski hadn't scored since April 9 in a Champions League match against Boruss...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

TRANSFERS

Barcelona negotiating a fee lower than €20m for outcast as he accepts Ligue 1 switch

Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olímpic Lluís Companys on May 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Ansu Fati appears all set to bring an end to his tenure at FC Barcelona with tomorrow’s La Liga clash against Athletic Club expected to be his final one. The 22-year-old La Masia forward was seen as the future of the team when he broke into the senior setup as a teenager. Injuries and recurring physical problems, however, meant that he has been unable to live up to the potential. Having failed to feature much under Hansi Flick this season, Ansu is now set to be on the move in the summer, with AS Monaco set to be his next destination. Barcelona, Monaco negotiating fee It was earlier suggested that Ansu might be joining Monaco on a loan ...

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22May By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

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Raphinha extends Barca contract until 2028

Raphinha Dias and Lamine Yamal play during the match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF, corresponding to week 37 of LaLiga EA Sports, at the Olympic Stadium Lluis Companys, in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Barcelona have confirmed that Raphinha has penned a contract extension at the club until 2028.The new deal is thought to include a pay rise for the Brazilian who is coming off a stunning season for the Catalan giants. Here’s the club’s official statement:“Contract renewal agreement reached between FC Barcelona and the player Raphael Dias “Raphinha”, who is now set to stay with the Club until 30 June 2028. “The Brazilian forward signed his new contract on Thursday at the Club offices in the presence of FC Bar...

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21May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Atletico chief hopeful of reaching agreement with Barca for Lenglet

Clement Lenglet centre-back of Atletico de Madrid and France during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 second leg match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid C.F. at Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 12, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo says he’s hopeful of reaching an agreement with Barcelona for on loan defender Clement Lenglet. The Frenchman moved to Atletico in the summer on a season-long loan and has gone on to become a regular for Diego Simeone. Atletico reportedly wanted to keep hold of Lenglet permanently but agreeing a fee with Barcelona may prove to be tricky. However, Cerezo is confident an agreement can be reached for Lenglet to stay. “Lenglet is a player owned by Barça,” he told TV3. “Let’...

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