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Alejandro Balde is reportedly considering leaving Barcelona during the January transfer window after struggling to secure regular playing time under manager Hansi Flick. The 22-year-old left-back has found opportunities limited this season, raising questions about his long-term future at Camp Nou. Balde was linked with a potential departure during the summer transfer window but ultimately remained at Barcelona. At the time, Flick reportedly made it clear that the defender needed to improve his performances and demonstrate complete commitment to the club. However, with

Julian Alvarez is reportedly preparing to change his representation after failing to secure a move from Atletico Madrid to Barcelona during the summer transfer window. The Argentina international continues to be linked with the Catalan club, and his reported decision to appoint a new agent has added another development to the ongoing transfer speculation. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, Alvarez is expected to sign with Pablo Barquero, who also represents Barcelona star Rodri. The development comes amid renewed discussions about the

Mexican football prospect Gilberto Mora has turned 18, marking an important milestone in his career as he becomes eligible to sign for European clubs. The attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Xolos de Tijuana, is expected to attract significant interest from clubs across Europe. Barcelona and Real Madrid have reportedly been monitoring his situation as they assess the possibility of signing one of Mexico’s most promising young talents. His agent, Rafaela Pimenta, who also represents high-profile players such as Erling Haaland, will have

Barcelona are reportedly discussing how best to manage the development of Egyptian forward Hamza Abdelkarim, with the 18-year-old struggling to secure regular first-team opportunities under manager Hansi Flick. According to SPORT, Abdelkarim has played just 12 minutes across 10 official matches despite training alongside Barcelona’s senior squad. With his progress limited by a lack of competitive action, a temporary move to Barça Atlètic could provide the youngster with valuable playing time. The forward is reportedly open to the possibility, as his main priority

Dubai Basketball continued their impressive start to the new EuroLeague season with a second consecutive victory at Coca-Cola Arena, defeating Spanish giants Barcelona 94-87 on Tuesday. The win came just days after Dubai Basketball recorded a thrilling 78-77 victory over Real Madrid, giving the UAE’s first professional basketball club two memorable wins against two of Europe’s biggest teams. Dubai Basketball Defeat Barcelona Backed by a passionate home crowd, Dubai Basketball produced another outstanding performance to overcome Barcelona. The visitors led 25-23 at the

FC Barcelona made a statement in their opening Champions League match of the 2026/27 campaign, cruising to a convincing 5-1 victory over Feyenoord at Camp Nou. Raphinha led the way with two goals, while Karim Adeyemi, Lamine Yamal and Gabriel Jesus also found the net as Hansi Flick’s side delivered another impressive attacking display. Barcelona Make a Flying Start in Europe Raphinha Sets the Tone Early Barcelona wasted little time taking control of the contest. Raphinha opened the scoring early after combining with

Lamine Yamal has made football history by becoming the first player to receive three Ballon d’Or nominations before turning 20. The Barcelona and Spain winger’s latest nomination underlines his remarkable rise from teenage prospect to one of the most recognised players in world football. At just 19, Yamal is already competing with established stars for the prestigious Ballon d’Or award. Lamine Yamal’s Historic Ballon d’Or Achievement Yamal’s third Ballon d’Or nomination is a major milestone in his young career. His performances for Barcelona

Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Spain midfielder Rodri, with the transfer expected to become official in the coming days. Barcelona Reach Agreement With Manchester City A source from the Catalan club told AFP that Barcelona and Manchester City have agreed on a deal for the 30-year-old midfielder. Reports indicate that Barcelona will pay around €75 million ($87 million) for Rodri. A Barcelona source said an official announcement is expected in the coming days, paving the way for the

The Royal Dutch Football Association confirmed the appointment on Wednesday, ending its search for a successor to Ronald Koeman. Xavi, 46, returns to management for the first time since leaving Barcelona in 2024. The Spaniard described the role as a tremendous honour and said his football education at Barcelona, shaped by the ideas of Johan Cruyff and Rinus Michels, had given him a special connection to Dutch football. Xavi said the Netherlands’ tradition of attacking, possession-based football strongly appealed to him. While winning

Neymar has become the latest football icon to reach out to Lionel Messi following the death of the Inter Miami captain’s father, joining an outpouring of support that began moments after Messi shared an emotional farewell letter on Instagram. The Brazilian, a former teammate of Messi’s at Barcelona, left a short message of solidarity in the comments: “Lots of strength to you and your family. A big hug,” Neymar wrote. The two spent several seasons together at Barcelona, forming part of a celebrated

The Uruguay international will spend the 2026-27 season at Liverpool after Barcelona confirmed an agreement running until June 30, 2027. Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has completed a loan move to Liverpool, with the Spanish champions officially confirming that the Uruguay international will spend the 2026-27 season with the Premier League club. FC Barcelona announced on Monday that an agreement had been reached with Liverpool for Araujo’s loan until June 30, 2027, bringing an end to speculation surrounding the centre-back’s immediate future. The move

Argentine football star Lionel Messi has returned to his home country following the death of his father and longtime agent, Jorge Messi, who passed away aged 68. Messi, 39, travelled to Argentina for his father’s funeral after Jorge’s death was reported in Rosario. Messi’s childhood club, Newell’s Old Boys, confirmed the news and paid tribute to Jorge’s important role in the footballer’s career. Newell’s Old Boys Pay Tribute to Jorge Messi Newell’s Old Boys described Jorge as a key figure behind Lionel Messi’s

Barcelona’s new wage structure for the 2026/27 season has placed teenage superstar Lamine Yamal at the top of the club’s salary rankings, following his long-term contract extension signed in 2025. According to the latest available salary estimates, Yamal is now the highest-paid player in the Blaugrana squad. Is Lamine Yamal Barcelona’s top earner? Yes. Based on current salary estimates, Lamine Yamal is Barcelona’s highest-paid player for the 2026/27 season. His reported earnings include: The figures relate to his fixed salary and exclude performance

Returning To Club Duties After The International Break Joao Cancelo will politely link back up with Al-Hilal this week. The Saudi Pro League club continues its intense pre-season preparations in Austria. The talented defender enjoyed a short rest following the 2026 World Cup. He expects to rejoin the squad and begin training this Wednesday. Al-Hilal focuses on building peak squad fitness ahead of the upcoming domestic campaign. Cancelo spent a highly successful loan stint at Barcelona last season. He played 23 fantastic matches

The reported relationship between Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal and Spanish influencer Inés García has become one of the most talked-about celebrity stories of the summer — unfolding through public sightings, a World Cup celebration and a wave of online rumor that García has repeatedly pushed back against. Who they are García, 21, is a Spanish influencer from Seville with a large following across Instagram and TikTok. Yamal, 19, is one of football’s brightest young stars, a Barcelona winger and Spain international

Andres Iniesta believes 16-year-old Lamine Yamal has the skill and character to be among the best players of FIFA World Cup 2026. Iniesta, who has watched the likes of Lionel Messi, Pele and Kylian Mbappe take the footballing world by storm at a young age, believes Barcelona and Spain winger Ansu Fati possesses similar traits. During the Opening of his new Academy in Dubai, Iniesta hailed Yamal as a one-in-ten-million talent with the potential to have an electric impact on the global game,

Barcelona smashed Real Madrid 5-2 in an exhilarating Spanish Super Cup Clasico final in Saudi Arabia on Sunday to take the first trophy of the Hansi Flick era.  Madrid got their first goal through Kylian Mbappe, but Barcelona scored five as their team had their keeper Wojciech Szczesny sent off in the 88th minute.  Madrid tried to get revenge on their 4-0 home loss against Barcelona in the La Liga Clasico in October but instead got battered and bruised by their rivals in

Alright, let's break it down. Chelsea, under the ownership of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, is going through a rough patch, and Sunday's 4-2 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers seems to be a new low for the club. The lone bright spot of this challenging campaign has been Cole Palmer, who opened the scoring at the 19th minute. However, things quickly went downhill for the hosts. Matheus Cunha equalized just three minutes later, and an own goal by Axel Disasi put Wolves in front

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández expressed deep regret and apologized to the club's fans following their 4-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia. Vinícius Júnior's first-half hat-trick, which included two goals within the opening 10 minutes, and Rodrygo Goes' goal sealed Madrid's victory, avenging last year's defeat. Despite Robert Lewandowski briefly bringing Barça back into the game at 2-1, Vinícius' penalty ensured a commanding lead at halftime. In a post-match interview, Xavi acknowledged the team's poor performance,

The winter transfer window in Europe is now open, and one of the top stories making headlines involves Atletico Madrid's interest in Atlanta United's attacking midfielder, Thiago Almada. Fabrizio Romano reports that the 22-year-old, named the 2023 MLS Young Player of the Year, is being considered as a potential successor to Ángel Correa, who has received an offer to move to the Saudi Pro League. With Correa's departure seemingly imminent, Atletico Madrid is wasting no time in identifying a replacement. Almada's stellar performance