Napoli hold serious interest signing €61 million Barcelona forward

Vitor Roque has had a forgettable first six months at FC Barcelona, having hardly played for the Catalans since joining from Athletico Paranaense around the turn of the year. As such, heading into the summer transfer window, the 19-year-old striker, for whom Barça shelled out €61 million (€30 million plus €31 million in add-ons), finds …

Dani Olmo talks about a possible Barcelona return

Dani Olmo has talked up a possible return to Barcelona amid speculation the Catalans could try to sign him this summer. The 26-year-old says a move could happen this summer but insisted he’s focused on Euro 2024 with Spain right now. “In the end it is something that must be contemplated. In this sense, I am …

The six players Hansi Flick wants Barcelona to build around

Hansi Flick has identified the six players he want to build his Barcelona team around, while also indicating that the rest of the squad could be available for transfer if the right price is offered. After a disappointing 2023/24 campaign, Barca are determined to reclaim their status as a dominant force in football – this ambition requiring …

Jarrad Branthwaite: ‘I’m told’ Tottenham could ‘hijack’ Man United’s deal

Tottenham Hotspur could “hijack” Man United’s pursuit of Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, Alan Hutton has been told. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, former Spurs defender Hutton believes that Branthwaite would suit the Tottenham back line, with the team having suffered an extensive period without enough defensive depth. Whilst Spurs have long admired the 21-year-old Toffees revelation – …

Man Utd next to try after Newcastle, West Ham fail with bids to sign Premier League’s Mr. Dependable

Newcastle have seen a cash-plus-player bid rejected for a Wolves ace, and with West Ham also seeing an offer rebuffed, reports now claim Manchester United will be next to try their luck. Many a Premier League side are aiming to add to their centre-back ranks this summer and two clubs have fixed their gaze on …

Barcelona tell Hansi Flick when to expect Gavi to be ready to return

New Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has been told he’ll have to be patient when it comes to Gavi’s comeback from injury. The midfielder has been out since suffering an ACL tear back in November which required surgery and ended his campaign prematurely. Diario AS are reporting that Flick has been told by Barcelona he’s not …

Barcelona ‘love’ Spanish winger with €58m release clause – Romano

Without a shadow of a doubt, FC Barcelona know that this summer window is crucial. If the Catalan club hopes to improve and advance their team, these upcoming weeks would need them to make progress. Fortunately for Barcelona, they at least have some major transfer targets in mind. One of those major targets is one that …

Barcelona coach does not see Gundogan as a starter – report

For FC Barcelona, the upcoming season will bring some major changes to the team. With the appointment of new head coach Hansi Flick, the team may be restructured in a tactical sense. The German coach has his own ideas for Barcelona, and those are the ones that will be implemented. Formerly a coach for Bayern …

Barcelona set sights on 17-year-old Moroccan wonderkid, negotiations underway

Given the success that La Masia talents have had recently and the financial situation, it makes sense for Barcelona to reinforce their youth and reserve ranks with an eye on the future. This strategy saw Barça rope in players like Noah Darvich, Mikayil Faye, and Mamadou Mbacke in the last summer window and more such moves are …

Hansi Flick tipped to hand Ilkay Gundogan different role at Barcelona next season

Ilkay Gundogan is being tipped for a different role at Barcelona next season under new coach Hansi Flick. The Germany captain, who has been starring at Euro 2024, will be used as a playmaker next season under his compatriot, according to Mundo Deportivo. The newspaper speculates that Flick with play with two pivots and a playmaker …