Chelsea has entered negotiations with FC Barcelona for the signing of midfielder Frenkie de Jong. The 25-year-old is also a target for Manchester United. Chelsea is “optimistic” about agreeing a deal, with the player also preferring a move to Stamford Bridge instead of Manchester. United has previously agreed a fee […]
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Barcelona Closing in on Two Important Transfers: Azpilicueta and Inigo Martinez
FC Barcelona continues to strengthen its roster ahead of its new campaign. After signing Lewandowski, Raphinha, Franck Kessie, and Andreas Christensen, the Catalans are ready to pen deals with Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta and Athletic Bilbao’s Inigo Martinez. Total agreement for Azpilicueta Barcelona is in the final stages of talks […]
El Clasico: Barcelona Embarrasses Real Madrid at the Bernabeu with Torrid 4-0 Win
FC Barcelona were deserving winners in Madrid after a historic performance from Xavi’s men in El Clasico. The Catalans won the game 4-0 and closed the gap between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid to 12 points, with Barca also playing one game less. Barcelona has now scored at least four […]
Barcelona Accept Spotify Offer for Camp Nou Naming Rights and Shirt Sponsorship
FC Barcelona has agreed a deal with streaming giant Spotify for the naming rights of the Camp Nou stadium. The world’s most popular subscription-based music streaming service will also have its name written on Barcelona shirts starting July. It’s for the first time in the history of FC Barcelona that […]
Dembele Back Into Barcelona Squad after Three-Week Exile, Ready to Play against Atletico
Ousmane Dembele missed Barcelona’s two previous games because of the turmoil created around his contract issue. The Frenchman is out of contract in the summer and has refused all of Barcelona’s renewal attempts. President Joan Laporta would like to see the winger banned from first-team activity, but manager Xavi believes […]
Europa League: Barcelona to Face Napoli in Knockout Blockbuster, Haaland and Dortmund Meet Rangers
The Europa League playoff draw will see Barcelona play Italian side Napoli over two legs for a place in the competition’s Round of 16. Meanwhile, Dortmund will battle Scottish champions Glasgow Rangers, while RB Leipzig v Real Sociedad is also expected to entertain. Starting this season, the eight teams placed […]
Real Boss Perez Insists with the Creation of the Super League, ‘The Only Way to Control State-Owned Clubs’
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez believes the creation of the Super League is the only way to control state-owned clubs. Talking at a club general assembly on Saturday, Perez defended his plans to form a breakaway league, saying it will only help the development of football as a whole. “The […]
Aguero On the Sidelines For at Least Three Months, Barcelona Confirms
Kun Aguero was substituted just before half-time in FC Barcelona’s 1-1 home draw against Alaves at the weekend. The Argentine suffered from chest pain and club doctors didn’t hesitate when they asked an ambulance to take him immediately to the hospital for a complete medical examination. Following their investigations from […]
Barcelona Resumes Winning Ways as Aguero Makes His Debut
FC Barcelona beat Valencia 3-1 at Camp Nou. Ansu Fati, Barca’s new number 10 after Messi’s departure, led the attack, as the Blaugrana came from one behind to get the three points. Memphis Depay and Coutinho were also on the scoresheet. The game on Sunday also marked Kun Aguero’s debut […]
Messi to Start Pre-season With Barcelona, Contract Extension Still in the Air
Lionel Messi is expected back to Barcelona at the end of the week, with training planned to resume for him on Monday. Messi hasn’t signed a contract extension at Barcelona yet, even though he reached a deal with the club almost two weeks ago. Sources close to the club claim […]
Barcelona and Juventus are Negotiating a Griezmann-Dybala Swap
After talks with Atletico Madrid for a swap between Saul and Griezmann broke down, Barcelona is now speaking with Juventus about another potential five-star exchange. French paper L’Equipe claims Barcelona has started negotiations with Juve, hoping to offload Griezmann, who’s one of the top earners on the roster. Barca boss […]
6-Time Ballon d’Or Winner Messi is Currently Without a Club as Contract With Barcelona Runs Out
Leo Messi (34) is officially a free agent following the end of his contract with Barcelona on July 1. There are ongoing talks between the Catalonian club and Messi’s representatives for a new two-year deal, but nothing’s for certain at this point. Right now, Messi is a free player and […]
Panic for Spain as Busquets Tests Positive for Coronavirus
With just one week left before their debut at the European Championship, Spain was hit with bad news when officials announced that team captain Sergio Busquets is infected with coronavirus. Spain is part of Group E at the Euros, alongside Poland, Slovakia, and Sweden. La Roja is supposed to host […]
Barcelona’s New Era Starts With a Fake Revolution: Both Messi and Koeman to Stay at Camp Nou
FC Barcelona’s two weeks of torment is history after Dutch coach Ronald Koeman (58) was confirmed for next season and Messi (33) gets ready to ink a contract extension. The manager can now concentrate on what needs to be done ahead of another tumultuous campaign. Barcelona finished La Liga on […]
Atletico Madrid Win First Title in Seven Years. Suarez’s Tears Conquer the World of Football
Thrown out by FC Barcelona last September, Luis Suarez scored 21 goals this season, leading Atletico to their first Spanish La Liga title in seven years. Before the last day of the league, Atletico and arch-rivals Real were kept apart by just two points. To make sure they won the […]
Barcelona to Sign Two Players Worth More than $100 Million — for Free
FC Barcelona agreed to terms with Sergio Aguero and Memphis Depay, who will strengthen the team’s attack ahead of next season. Both players will come at no cost, as they are free agents. Aguero will end his 10-year stay at Manchester City once the current campaign concludes. The 32-year-old Argentinean […]
Real Shock: Zidane to Leave Madrid at the End of the Season
Zidane has just eight days left in his reign at Real Madrid. The French manager will end his second stint at Real at the end of the season. “Zizou” had one year left in his contract, but will not honor it. The 48-year old has already informed his players of […]
The Fascinating Title Race in La Liga: Just Two Points Separate Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Atletico
There will be no Spanish finalist in the Champions League this season, but the fans in Madrid and Barcelona won’t complain too much. The title race in La Liga is hotter than ever. With three games to go, Atletico, FC Barcelona, and Real Madrid are separated by just two points. […]
Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Juventus Could Face Champions League Ban Next Season
UEFA, European football’s governing body, accepted nine of the 12 clubs that created the Super League back into its structures “in a spirit of reconciliation, and for the good of European football.” Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Juventus were not included in that group, however. Three weeks after 12 of the […]
Messi Ready to Ink New 2-Year Contract with Barca
Leo Messi (33) told those around him that he’s going to extend his stay at Camp Nou until 2023. Messi asked his father to keep in contact with the club’s hierarchy while he focuses on helping the team win La Liga this season. Messi (33) had offers from Manchester City […]