Barca will get busy if Dembele leaves for €100m

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images The club have been looking on the bright side Barcelona may be about to lose Ousmane Dembele to PSG but it seems the Catalans are already looking at the positives and how they can reshape the squad. The club are expected to negotiate a fee for PSG for the forward and the “ideal scenario” from Barca’s point of view is to achieve...

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Messi will return to Barca, but not for a loan or transfer, says Inter Miami owner

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images A farewell game is envisioned One of Inter Miami’s owners, Jorge Mas, has said he wants Lionel Messi to return to say goodbye to FC Barcelona’s fans. However, he denied rumors of a loan or transfer back to the Catalan club. Speaking on the Offside with Taylor Twellman podcast, Mas said: ”I don’t know if it’s some type of friendly or farewell...

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Barcelona to make cash-plus-player offer for Ivan Fresneda

Photo by Seb Daly - Sportsfile/UEFA via Getty Images The right-back remains a top target Barcelona are reportedly making a move for Real Valladolid right-back Ivan Fresneda and have come up with a new plan to try and land the defender. The journey of Barcelona and the right-back position is a storied one, so this could be a nice catch for the Blaugrana. Finances continue...

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Ousmane Dembele wants Barcelona to negotiate with PSG

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images The saga has taken a new twist Ousmane Dembele’s future continues to dominate headlines in Spain amid speculation the Frenchman is set to leave today and join PSG. The French champions are thought to be ready to activate Dembele’s €50 million release clause before midnight when it reverts back to twice that amount, RAC1 are now...

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Julian Araujo set to seal Las Palmas loan

Photo by Lyndsay Radnedge/ISI Photos/Getty Images The deal is almost done Julian Araujo is set to leave Barcelona and sign for Las Palmas on a season-long loan. Joan Laporta has already confirmed Barca’s plans to loan out Araujo to gain experience and he’s now close to signing for Las Palmas. Fabrizio Romano has the latest and says it’s a one-year loan for a player who has...

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FC Barcelona News: 31 July 2023

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors Ferran Torres' nice touch with a young fan - FC Barcelona Life always offers second chances. This is exactly what happened for Alysson Barrios on Saturday at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas, when she met one of her heroes in Ferran Torres. Alysson, a young fan from Texas, wanted...

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Xavi demands more Barcelona signings after Clasico win

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images The squad is lacking, according to the coach Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez made it clear he wants more signings for his side before the transfer window closes. The Catalans have already brought in Ilkay Gundogan, Inigo Martinez and Oriol Romeu as well as sealing a deal for Vitor Roque to arrive in 2024. Yet Xavi says he has told...

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Xavi wants Bernardo at Barcelona if Dembele leaves

Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images Some big decisions are about to be made Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez will reportedly try to sign Bernardo Silva if Ousmane Dembele departs this summer. Dembele is being tipped to leave Barcelona and sign for PSG. The Ligue 1 champions have indicated they want to active his €50 million release clause by the end of the month. Relevo reckon...

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Gundogan plays down injury fears after being forced off against Real Madrid

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images The midfielder isn’t worried Ilkay Gundogan has played down injury fears after he was forced off in Barcelona’s 3-0 win over Real Madrid on Saturday. The summer arrival from Manchester City went off in the first half after picking up a knock and was replaced by Sergi Roberto. Gundogan was asked on Twitter if he is OK after the match...

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Fermin Lopez on Clasico stunner: I hit it with my soul

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images What a moment for the youngster Barcelona youngster Fermin Lopez has admitted he’s in dreamland after scoring against Real Madrid in a pre-season friendly in the United States. Lopez came off the bench and grabbed a brilliant goal and an assist and couldn’t quite believe what had happened after the match. “The truth is that for...

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Xavi confirms Barca’s plans for Fermin Lopez

Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images The midfielder has impressed his boss Xavi Hernandez has talked up Fermin Lopez after the youngster announced himself to the world by scoring a brilliant goal in the 3-0 win for Barcelona over Real Madrid. Lopez also picked up an assist in an exciting cameo off the bench, leaving his manager to explain why he’s decided to give him a chance...

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FC Barcelona News: 30 July 2023

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors FC Barcelona 3-0 Real Madrid: Delight in Dallas - FC Barcelona After Miami and Las Vegas we can now add the name of Dallas to the list as Barça took their third consecutive Clásico victory in the USA thanks to a 3-0 victory over Real Madrid. Excellent strikes from Ousmane Dembélé, Fermín...

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WATCH: Fermin Lopez announces himself with Clasico stunner

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images Oh hello Barcelona youngster Fermin Lopez announced himself to the world in some style on Saturday with a brilliant goal in a 3-0 Clasico win over Real Madrid in the United States. The 20-year-old made it 2-0 to the good guys with a stunning effort that flew into the top corner and sparked some wild celebrations among culers. And...

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Barça 3-0 Madrid: Recap

Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images WHAT A MATCH! Barcelona picked up their first win of this preseason thanks to a 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in a wild El Clásico at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Saturday evening. A game that never felt like a friendly had plenty of intensity, great chances, three brilliant goals, and a big win for Barça who played very well in a few stretches...

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Gündogan and Christensen forced off injured in El Clásico

Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images The two players were substituted in the first half Barcelona may have gone into the halftime break of the preseason El Clásico against Real Madrid with the lead, but they may have suffered two significant losses due to injuries sustained during the opening period. Center-back Andreas Christensen was the first to leave the pitch in the 28th...

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OFFICIAL: Nico González joins FC Porto from Barcelona

Photo by David S. Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images The Spanish midfielder is off to Portugal on a permanent transfer Nico González has officially departed Barcelona and joined Portuguese giants FC Porto on a permanent transfer, the club announced on Saturday. LATEST NEWS | Agreement for the transfer of Nico to Porto — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 29, 2023 Here is...

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El Clásico: Live Thread

Photo by Visionhaus Join us for another Barcelona preseason adventure! WELCOME TO AT&T STADIUM!!! The incredible home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys is the site of the game’s biggest game: for the second year in a row Barcelona and Real Madrid meet in a high-profile preseason El Clásico in the United States, this time in Arlington, Texas. Barça lost their preseason opener...

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FC Barcelona News: 29 July 2023

Photo by Octavio Passos/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors When and where to watch FC Barcelona v Real Madrid on the US tour - FC Barcelona Our guide to the international kick-off times and TV channels showing the first Clásico of the season from the AT&T Stadium in Dallas. French expert claims PSG are ready to complete Ousmane Dembele deal...

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I don’t see Dembele leaving Barca - Sergi Roberto

Photo by Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Images The forward is wanted in France Barcelona captain Sergi Roberto has said he doesn’t expect Ousmane Dembele to leave the club amid speculation about a move to PSG. The French champions are said to be ready to pay Dembele’s €50 million release clause, but Roberto thinks he will continue at the Camp Nou. “I don’t see Dembele leaving Barça....

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Laporta hurls praise at Barca Atletic coach Rafa Marquez

Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images ‘He leads with an iron hand and a silk glove’ Barcelona president Joan Laporta has been full of praise for Rafa Marquez after he returned to the club to coach Barca Atletic. Marquez’s side made it to the promotion play-offs last season before a heart-breaking defeat to Real Madrid Castilla. The Mexican is preparing...

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Joan Laporta confirms Barcelona’s plans for Julian Araujo

Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images The defender is not part of the club’s US tour Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed the club’s plans for Mexico international Julian Araujo following his move from LA Galaxy. Araujo has been unable to play for Barcelona so far and may have to wait a little longer to debut for Xavi’s side. Laporta has been full of praise for the right-back...

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PSG set to activate Dembele’s release clause

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images The rumor mill is churning.... PSG are reportedly set to activate Ousmane Dembele’s release clause at Barcelona and hope to land the forward for just €50 million. RMC Sport are reporting that Dembele is “very close” to joining PSG and has been “seduced” by the project on offer at Parc des Princes under Luis Enrique. Dembele’s release...

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Anderlecht “steal” Tudor Mendel-Idowu from Barça

Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images Arda Güler 2.0 R.S.C. Anderlecht have confirmed the signing of Tudor Mendel-Idowu, and in the process, they have “stolen” him from FC Barcelona, who were on the verge of signing him for the B team. The English midfielder left Chelsea FC on a free transfer, and apparently, Barcelona had verbally agreed that he would join to play for Barça...

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FC Barcelona News: 28 July 2023

Photo by Seb Daly - Sportsfile/UEFA via Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors Final training session in Los Angeles - FC Barcelona The first leg of FC Barcelona's tour has come to an end. On Thursday evening the team convened for the last time at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, which has hosted the squad's daily workouts since arriving on the west...

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Xavi reassures Eric Garcia over his Barcelona future

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images The defender was worried Barcelona coach Xavi has reportedly reassured Eric Garcia that he is not for sale and does have a future at the club next season. Garcia is one of several players who have been linked with a move away from Barcelona this summer, but it seems the club have other ideas and he will stay. Mundo Deportivo report that...

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‘I don’t care what anyone says’ - Ferran Torres adamant he’s staying at Barcelona

Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images ‘I have a contract here, I’m going to stay’ Ferran Torres has made it clear that Barcelona and he are in it for the long haul together. The two sides have a deal in place and Torres for one, isn’t keen on going anywhere. “The names (on the exit ramp) are given by journalists. I have a contract here, I’m going to stay. I don’t care...

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Another lever?! Barca hoping to receive €60m boost

Photo by Marc Graupera / AFP7 via Getty Images Much-needed funds are on the way Barcelona are reportedly set to receive a financial boost of around €60 million which will act as another ‘financial lever,’ according to El Confidencial. The Catalans are set to sell a 16% stake in Barca Studios which will bring in funds and help the club register their new signings and various...

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Xavi complains about Arsenal’s intensity in pre-season loss

Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images The boss wasn’t impressed Barcelona have been beaten 5-3 in their first pre-season friendly in the US against Arsenal in California. The Gunners are well ahead of Barcelona in terms of fitness, which is no surprise, but Xavi wasn’t too impressed with the Gunners’ approach either. “I told him at the end of the game that...

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OFFICIAL: Chadi Riad leaves Barcelona for Real Betis

Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images The deal is done Barcelona have confirmed that young defender Chadi Riad has left the club and joined Real Betis. The Morocco international has moved in a bid to gain regular playing time in La Liga but could end up making the move permanent. Riad is a highly-rated youngster but has little chance of playing time at Barca...

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FC Barcelona News: 27 July 2023

Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors Defeat in season opener - FC Barcelona Debuts for several blaugranes but an Arsenal side with more minutes under their belt take the win. Goals from Lewandowski, Raphinha and Ferran not enough against the Premier League side Ter Stegen: 'This is a great moment for...

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LOOK: The best pics from Barcelona’s clash with Arsenal

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images Goals galore as the US tour continues Barcelona finally kicked off their pre-season tour with an entertaining eight-goal thriller against Arsenal at the SoFi Stadium in California. Xavi’s side were decked out in their new white away kit for the first time since its launch earlier this week but fell to a 5-3 defeat to the Gunners. Arsenal are...

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Arsenal 5-3 Barcelona: Recap

Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images A fun 90 minutes in what didn’t feel like a friendly at all The preparations for the 2023-24 season began with defeat for Barcelona as the Catalans lost 5-3 to Arsenal in their preseason opener at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Barça took the early lead but struggled physically and had a tough night at the back against Mikel...

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WATCH: Pablo Torre on target in Girona win

Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images The midfielder has opened his account Pablo Torre seems to be making a good early impression at Girona following his decision to join the club on a season-long loan from Barcelona this summer. The midfielder scored his first goal for his new club in a pre-season friendly win over Sheffield United. And here is it: VICTÒRIA DEL GIRONA! ⚽...

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Sergi Roberto speaks out after being named Barca captain

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images The skipper has been chatting Sergi Roberto has opened up on how he’s feeling after being named Barcelona captain following Sergio Busquets’s departure. The veteran has taken over the armband and been joined by Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo as the team’s leadership group, Roberto made it clear it’s a real highlight...

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‘Xavi called me’ - Reijnders reveals why he turned down Barca

Photo by Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images The midfielder was wanted at the Camp Nou Xavi has proudly said on a number of occasions since taking charge of Barcelona that no has player has ever said no after he’s been in touch to make an approach. Yet it seems he has been knocked back this summer. Tijjani Reijnders has revealed that he received a call from Xavi but...

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Lewandowski gives his verdict on Barca’s new captains

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images The striker feels like a leader anyway Robert Lewandowski has made it clear he did not expect to be named one of Barcelona’s four captains for the new season. Sergi Roberto has replaced Sergio Busquets as the first skipper, while Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo have also been handed leadership roles. Lewandowski...

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Barcelona unveil new white away kit for 2023-24 season

Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images It’s here.... Barcelona have unveiled the team’s new white away kit for the 2023-24 season. The color is obviously something of a controversial choice, given it’s association with Real Madrid, so Barca have made it clear it’s been inspired by a club legend. The 2023/24 second kit in white, inspired by Johan Cruyff — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona)...

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