Why success for Barca stars at the Copa America might be bad for business

Yet another busy summer... When the major international tournaments come around, it’s only right that the best players for each country are given the opportunity to extend their legend. With a team like Barcelona, however, that can often be to the detriment of the club. Unable to stop their employees from taking part in friendlies, qualifiers and then the summer showpieces,...

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Pep talks about what Barcelona must learn about the UCL

The club’s former coach has offered his view Pep Guardiola has been talking about Barcelona and the Champions League and has told his former club they do not have to win the European Cup. Barcelona have not won the Champions League since 2015, and their recent exits from the tournament have overshadowed their domestic successes. Ernesto Valverde’s side suffered a humiliating...

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Barcelona agree Denis Suarez deal with Celta Vigo

The midfielder becomes the latest player to leave the Camp Nou Barcelona confirmed on Sunday that they have agreed a deal with Celta Vigo for midfielder Denis Suarez. Celta will pay €12.9 million plus €3.1m in add-ons for the 25-year-old. Agreement with @RCCelta for the transfer of @DenisSuarez6 More info: https://t.co/pxqpnXZafv pic.twitter.com/pAR7S4mRPB — FC Barcelona...

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Vidal, Arthur or Malcom must go if Neymar arrives - report

A non-EU spot will have to be freed up Neymar and Barcelona continue to make headlines in the summer transfer window, and the latest report has focused on how departures may be needed if the Brazilian arrives. According to AS, Neymar would become the club’s fourth non-EU player if he signs for the club this summer which is bad news for Arturo Vidal, Malcom and Arthur. The...

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FC Barcelona News: 30 June 2019

Neymar is edging closer to the exit door at PSG and a Barça return | Sport Neymar’s move to Barcelona is moving even closer and the two intermediaries working on the deal, Pini Zahavi and Kia Joorbachian, have agreed a fee. Barcelona now need to organise how to structure the payments to PSG and to decide whether or not to include a player in the deal. PSG not prepared to...

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Pep not sure if Neymar ‘would be the same’ back at Barca

The club’s former boss has offered his thoughts on the Brazilian Pep Guardiola has been asked about a possible Barcelona move for Neymar and says he is not sure the Brazilian would be the same player he used to be back at the Camp Nou. Rumors continue to circulate that Neymar will leave Paris Saint-Germain in the summer transfer window and head back to Barcelona in a huge...

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Thiago Silva says ‘you’ll never understand’ Messi’s quality

The Brazilian has been talking about the GOAT Brazil defender Thiago Silva has been talking about his team’s forthcoming Copa America semi-final against Argentina and the threat Lionel Messi possesses. The Barcelona captain has admitted he’s not having his best tournament, but Silva says there is no doubt he could still be the match-winner when the two teams clash. “For...

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Rumors: Lautaro Martinez, Ricardo Rodríguez and Denis Suarez latest

Another round of tasty gossip Barcelona to splash out €112m on Lautaro Martinez Today’s rumors start with interesting news that Barcelona are willing to splash out a whopping €112m on Inter striker Lautaro Martinez. According to Radio La Red in Argentina, Barcelona have been impressed with his performances at the Copa America and have decided he’s worth bringing to the Camp...

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Neymar offers support to Suarez after penalty miss

Uruguay went out to Peru in the quarter-finals Neymar sent a message of support to Luis Suarez after he missed a penalty in Uruguay’s shootout defeat to Peru at the Copa America on Saturday. After a goalless draw La Celeste were knocked out 5-4 on penalties, and it is Peru who go on to play Chile for a place in the final. Suarez started off the shootout but produced a pretty...

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How Frenkie de Jong will fit in at Barcelona

The midfielder will freshen up the club’s midfield Frenkie de Jong has emerged as one of Europe’s hottest talents and it is no wonder that Barcelona acted quickly to snap him up and bring him to the Camp Nou. His intelligence on and off the ball, composure and calm presence has sent shockwaves around the footballing world, and the 22-year-old has already cemented his place...

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Uruguay 0-0 Peru (4-5 pen): Stunner

WOW! The road to the 2019 Copa America title stops at the quarterfinals for Uruguay and Barcelona’s Luis Suárez thanks to a historic win by Peru on penalties after a 0-0 draw in normal time. La Celeste had three goals disallowed and created a whole lot of chances to win, but could not find the back of the net. Luis Suárez then missed a key penalty, and the Peruvians are through...

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PSG prepared to drop Neymar price - report

The club have reportedly set their sights a little lower Neymar’s possible departure from Paris Saint-Germain continues to make headlines, and the latest report from France reckons the Ligue 1 champions are ready to drop their price. Le Parisien reports that PSG initially wanted a whopping €300m for the Brazilian but are now willing to accept €130-€150m plus a player. Their...

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Barca turn down Celta approach for Todibo - report

The club want the defender to stay Barcelona have reportedly turned down an approach from Celta Vigo for 19-year-old defender Jean-Clair Todibo. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Galicians had been discussing a move with Barcelona for midfielder Denis Suarez when they also dropped in the name of Todibo. However, Celta were quickly given a resounding no from Barcelona who...

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Uruguay vs Peru: How to Watch

Luis Suárez and La Celeste look to book a place in the semifinal The fourth and last quarterfinal in the 2019 Copa America will hope to live up to an awesome Last Eight round so far, with 2011 winners Uruguay hoping to continue their march to the Final behind a great tournament so far by the attacking duo of Barcelona’s Luis Suárez and PSG’s Edinson Cavani. Suárez-Cavani...

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FC Barcelona News: 29 June 2019

Argentina and Brazil to meet in the semis | FC Barcelona Argentina have beaten Venezuela 2-0 at the Maracaná to progress to the semi-finals of the Copa América thanks to goals from Lautaro Martínez and Lo Celso. Barça’s Leo Messi played the full ninety minutes and the reward is an enticing semi-final against Brazil, featuring Philippe Coutinho and Arthur, to be played in...

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Essential Messi is still ‘above everyone else,’ says Scaloni

The GOAT has had a quiet Copa America so far Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni has been talking about how essential Lionel Messi remains to his team following the Albiceleste’s Copa America quarter-final win over Venezuela. The Barcelona captain has managed just one goal at the tournament so far and has admitted he’s not having his best Copa America. However, Scaloni says Messi...

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Messi says ‘it’s not my best’ Copa America

The GOAT has found it tough going in Brazil Argentina captain Lionel Messi has admitted he’s not having the best of times at the Copa America after helping his side into the semi-finals of the tournament. Lionel Scaloni’s side beat Venezuela 2-0 to set up a last-four clash against Brazil on Friday, and Messi spoke about the tournament after the match. “It is not my best...

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Colombia 0-0 Chile (4-5 pen): Upset

The first upset of the knockouts belongs to the defending champs The favorites are out. Colombia have been knocked out of the 2019 Copa America after a loss on penalty kicks to Chile in the third quarterfinal at the Arena Corinthians. The Chileans played a great match, and despite having two goals disallowed by VAR, one of them by Barcelona’s Arturo Vidal, La Roja never lost...

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Barcelona linked with move for Gheorghe Hagi’s son

The youngster starred at the Under-21 Euros Barcelona are reportedly close to signing Romania starlet Ianis Hagi, son of Gheorghe Hagi, from Viitorul Constanța. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder is reportedly set to sign from Viitorul Constanța in a deal worth €7-8 million, according to Gazeta Sporturilor. Hagi has recently been with the Romania Under-21 side at the European...

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Venezuela 0-2 Argentina: Moving on

A much more comfortable win than expected, and a monster semifinal up next Argentina are safely through to the 2019 Copa America semifinals thanks to a 2-0 win over Venezuela at the Maracanã in the tournament’s second quarterfinal. The Albiceleste followed the formula from their last game against Qatar with an early goal followed by a solid defensive performance and a late...

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Rumors: Griezmann, Neymar, Dembele and Semedo latest

A fresh batch of hot gossip Barcelona negotiating Griezmann deal Today’s rumors start with news that Barcelona have finally got around to negotiating a deal for Antoine Griezmann. According to L’Equipe, the two sides met last week and Barcelona are hoping to sign the Frenchman for just less than his €120 million release clause. The Spanish champions would also quite like...

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Colombia vs Chile: How to Watch

The best matchup in the quarterfinals gives Arturo Vidal and La Roja a chance to win as underdogs The 2019 Copa America quarterfinals has one truly special matchup, and it takes place at the Arena Corinthians in São Paulo when Colombia meet Chile for a place in the semifinals on Wednesday. After the group stage it’s safe to say these are the best two teams in the tournament...

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Cillessen thanks Barcelona for ‘three amazing years’

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Venezuela vs Argentina: How to Watch

Lionel Messi and the Albiceleste look for a place in the semifinal The 2019 Copa America quarterfinals are underway and the second matchup in the Last Eight will decide who faces Brazil in next Tuesday’s semifinal as Venezuela and Argentina face off at the Maracanã. 15 years ago this wouldn’t even be a contest. Argentina have always been light years ahead of the Vinotinto,...

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FC Barcelona News: 28 June 2019

Cillessen: I want to thank Barcelona for three incredible years | Marca Jasper Cillessen has thanked Barcelona and their fans for their support during his three years at the Camp Nou as he completes a move to Valencia. The Catalan club received 35 million euros for the goalkeeper, who has signed a four-year deal with Los Che. Celta and Barça very close to reaching an agreement...

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Brazil still messy, Messi wants Brazil, Vidal fights Colombia

It was way too hard for Brazil, and an amazing Friday awaits us (Look, I won’t say I told you so, but I’m Brazilian and I’ve followed my national team for 20 years now. Come on, people!) The 2019 Copa America quarterfinals began with a thrilling match between Brazil and Paraguay in Porto Alegre that went all the way to penalties after the visitors survived a 40-minute stretch...

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Brazil 0-0 Paraguay (4-3 pen.): FINALLY

Third time’s a charm. It was always going to be tough, but Brazil are going through to the 2019 Copa America quarterfinals thanks to a 4-3 win on penalties against Paraguay after a 0-0 draw in normal time. The visitors went down to 10 men early in the second half and survived an onslaught from the Seleção to take it to spot kicks, and Brazil were finally able to beat Paraguay...

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Xavi’s dad says Barca wanting Neymar back ‘stinks a bit’

Bringing the Brazilian back might not be the best idea Xavi’s dad has been talking about the possibility of Neymar returning to Barcelona and reckons the whole thing “stinks a bit.” There has been huge speculation that the Brazilian will leave Paris Saint-Germain and head back to the Camp Nou this summer, and vice-president Jordi Cardoner has said the forward wants to come...

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PSG want Dembele in Neymar deal - report

The Frenchman is wanted by the Ligue 1 champions A Barcelona and Neymar reunion tour is seemingly growing in likelihood. The former Barca player has been pretty clear about his dislike of the current PSG situation and his desire to get out and return to La Liga. Reports have been pretty clear that PSG and Barcelona have indeed started talks about a deal, Barcelona’s VP even...

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Barcelona VP confirms Neymar wants to return

But a move is ‘not on the table’ Barcelona vice-president Jordi Cardoner has confirmed Neymar wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain and return to the Camp Nou. However, Cardoner said his team are concentrating on selling players at the moment and has denied rumors Barcelona have already agreed a deal with the Brazilian. “We are in a process of departures; it is a period that...

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FC Barcelona News: 27 June 2019

Agreement with Valencia for transfer of Norberto Murara ‘Neto’ | FC Barcelona FC Barcelona and Valencia CF have reached an agreement for the transfer of the player Norberto Murara Neto. The cost of the transaction will be €26m plus 9m in add-ons. The player will be signing a contract with the club for the next four seasons, until the end of the 2022/23 season, and his buyout...

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Brazil are massive favorites against Paraguay (but not really)

This is waaaay more dangerous than you think So here we are! As Barcelona fans continue to be mad about everything, the 2019 Copa America is now in the knockout phase, and we all hope for much better football than the boring, VAR-filled mess we saw in the group stage. The lone quarterfinal on Thursday night sees hosts Brazil face Paraguay in Porto Alegre, and on paper this...

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Barcelona sign Neto from Valencia

The goalkeeper arrives on a four-year deal Barcelona have confirmed that goalkeeper Neto has joined the club from Valencia in a deal worth €26 million plus €9m in add-ons. The 29-year-old goalkeeper replaces Japer Cillessen, who moved the other way on Wednesday, and will be back up to first choice Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Welcome @Neto_Murara! Bem-vindo #ReadyToColor pic.twitter.com/gWhMuibLFK —...

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Messi’s Betis strike up for La Liga goal of the season

The Barcelona captain’s goal is a cracker Lionel Messi’s brilliant strike against Real Betis has been nominated for La Liga goal of the season which will be voted for by supporters. The Barcelona captain bagged a hat-trick at the Benito Vilamarin back in March, but it was his third goal that really caught the eye as he chipped the goalie from the edge of the area. It was...

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Ronaldinho and Deco used to turn up to training drunk - Hleb

The duo were sold so they didn’t run Lionel Messi Former Barcelona player Alexander Hleb has been talking about the days of Ronaldinho and Deco and tried to explain why the club sold the pair. The two players left the Camp Nou in 2008 after an underwhelming campaign that also saw their commitment to the cause questioned and rumors of dressing room unrest abound. Hleb reckons...

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Barca prioritize Neymar, Griezmann deals over De Ligt, left-back

Bringing the megastar forwards in will cost quite a lot of money FC Barcelona are prioritizing the signing of two star forwards, Neymar (Paris Saint-Germain) and Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid), over that of Matthijs de Ligt or a left-back, according to several sources. According to rumor, De Ligt wanted to sign for Barcelona but ultimately seems destined to join Juventus...

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Pep doesn’t want to be Barcelona president

The 48-year-old says he doesn’t have the right skills Pep Guardiola says he is not interested in becoming Barcelona president, although he does expect to return to the city in the future. The Manchester City boss was asked if he would ever consider returning to the club as the president but gave the idea short shrift. “I will return to Barcelona sooner or later,” he affirmed....

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