The agents of a number of high-profile squad members at La Liga giants Barcelona have recently made contact with president Joan Laporta. As much comes in a bid to make clear their frustrations with Barca head coach Xavi. The name of tactician Xavi has of course taken its place front and centre in the headlines …
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Italian coach offered to Barcelona after his impressive season in Serie A
Only some weeks after Laporta convinced Xavi Hernandez to go back on his word and continue as the Barcelona head coach for the next season, the latter’s position at the Catalan club’s bench is once again subject to a lot of uncertainty. So much so that it was reported that the Barcelona President is fully …
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Report – Barcelona lose battle to Chelsea in pursuit of 17-year-old Brazilian winger
Barcelona will miss out on signing 17-year-old Brazilian winger Estevao Willian as Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement to secure the player until 2032. According to reporter Fabrizio Romano, Palmeiras are ready to accept Chelsea’s offer of €40 million plus an additional €25 million in potential add-ons. Personal terms were agreed upon ten days ago with …
Barcelona weighing up Marcelo Gallardo as Xavi replacement
Barcelona might turn to 48-year-old Argentine manager Marcelo Gallardo if they part ways with Xavi Hernandez in the coming weeks. According to a report by Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Marcelo Gallardo is the subject of interest from Barcelona. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a new manager heading into the summer amid uncertainties surrounding …
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BARCELONA HANDED INJURY BOOST BEFORE RAYO VALLECANO CLASH
La Liga outfit Barcelona have on Saturday been afforded a timely boost on the personnel front. This comes amid confirmation that a headline member of the club’s defensive ranks has been spotted back in training alongside the rest of Xavi’s squad. The player in question? Ronald Araújo. Stopper Araújo, for his part, was forced to …
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Barcelona Are Facing Tough Competition For This La Liga Full-Back: Is He Worth The Fight?
In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Barcelona are facing tough competition for Girona full-back Yan Couto, who is currently playing on loan from Manchester City. It has been stated that the Catalan club would have to rival Arsenal and Manchester United in the race to land the Brazilian defender this summer. Couto has enjoyed a decent loan …
BARCELONA STAR PEDRI’S EURO 2024 FEARS EASED
An update on the plans of Spanish national team head coach Luis de la Fuente to make use of Barcelona star Pedri has on Saturday been forthcoming. As much comes, for those who may have missed it, after Pedri’s participation at the upcoming European Championships was this week called into question. Owing to a combination …
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Raphinha’s insult to Xavi’s brother revealed as Barcelona row continues
The Barcelona and Xavi Hernandez exit drama has taken another twist amid reports of player unrest. Xavi’s decision to change his stance on leaving Barcelona this summer appeared to have placed the squad on a solid footing. However, the picture has changed in recent days, with Xavi now potentially facing the sack following his controversial remarks over Barcelona’s transfer power. …
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Three talking points ahead of Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano
Rayo Vallecano scored twice at Estadio de Vallecas when they faced Barcelona earlier this season, albeit on two different ends of the field. An own goal from Florian Lejeune cancelled out Unai Lopez’s opener in the 82nd minute to give the Catalans a draw, but the match left fans with an understanding of just how …
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Barcelona line up Bundesliga side as Joan Gamper Trophy opponent
Barcelona are already planning for next season with the 2023/24 campaign almost over. La Blaugrana have secured UEFA Champions League qualification for 2024/25 and they are strong favourites to finish in second spot. However, the club are already looking ahead to August and beyond, with a preseason tour in the USA confirmed. Barcelona will face El …
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