Tag: Hector Bellerin

Hector Bellerin was one of Arsenal’s four captains. The Spanish right back spent time in the Barcelona Youth system before joining Arsenal’s Youth team. He spent his entire senior career at Arsenal, having a brief loan spell at Watford before a loan spell with Real Betis preceded a return to Barcelona. Bellerin earned around £110,000-per-week or £5,720,000-per-year. He wore the number 2 shirt and was born on March 19, 1995.

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Former Arsenal man given 1 month to prove himself at new club

Sokratis Papastathopoulos, ex-Arsenal defender, faces a crucial month at Real Betis to demonstrate his value after Chadi Riad's departure to the Moroccan team.
Real Betis' Hector Bellerin reacts after a fall during the Spanish league football match between Real Betis and Girona FC at the Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville on December 21, 2023. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images)

Fan favourite former Gunner injured by heavy challenge

Former Gunner Hector Bellerin picked up an unfortunate ankle injury with Real Betis on Thursday, with teammates complaining that the challenge wasn't punished.
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Former Arsenal man finally finds new club

Former Arsenal defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos joins Real Betis, adding experience to their defence. Sokratis speaks about his new move and discusses hopes for his future with Betis.
TOPSHOT - President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation Luis Rubiales (C) embraces Spain's forward #18 Salma Paralluelo on the podium after Spain beat England to win the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women's World Cup final football match at Stadium Australia in Sydney on August 20, 2023. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) (Photo by DAVID GRAY/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta disappoints with Luis Rubiales comments

The shocking actions of Luis Rubiales during Spain's World Cup celebrations have thrown a light on how players and coaches in the men's game are opting to respond.
Real Betis' Spanish defender Hector Bellerin cries as he gestures to supporters at the end of the Spanish league football match between Real Betis and Granada FC at the Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville, on May 15, 2022. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Gunner completes medical to join La Liga side

Hector Bellerin is set to return to Real Betis on a free transfer, after spending time with Barcelona and Sporting CP over the last couple of seasons.
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William Saliba gets new Arsenal squad number

William Saliba, Arsenal's French international defender, signs a long-term contract, promising an exciting future for the club's defensive line.
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Hector Bellerin agrees 5-year deal with Real Betis

Hector Bellerin, the ex-Arsenal favourite, is making a nostalgic return to Real Betis, his father's beloved club, after a brief spell at Sporting CP.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Mathieu Debuchy of Arsenal looks on during the Carabao Cup Quarter Finals match between Arsenal and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on December 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal man to retire at end of season

Reflecting on Mathieu Debuchy's time at Arsenal, where injuries derailed a promising career, as the French defender announces his retirement from football.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - JANUARY 21: Sacha Boey of Galatasaray looks on during the Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Antalyaspor at NEF Stadyumu on January 21, 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Defender tipped to join Arsenal, ex-Arsenal favourite wanted as replacement

Galatasaray are reportedly interested in signing former Arsenal player Hector Bellerin to replace right-back Sacha Boey, who is tipped to join the Gunners.
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Mathieu Debuchy explains Arsenal annoyance

Former Arsenal right-back Mathieu Debuchy opens up about his struggles under Arsène Wenger, his injury setback, and the missed Manchester United move.
Fabio Vieira celebrating an Arsenal goal at the Dubai Super Cup (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arteta taps into Vieira’s insight for Sporting match

Mikel Arteta sought out Fabio Vieira's knowledge of Sporting CP ahead of their Europa League round of 16 match, due to Vieira's experience playing against them in the Primeira Liga for Porto and his knowledge of their squad through international under-21 games.
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Arsenal earn €250k+ from Hector Bellerin’s sale

Hector Bellerin is now a Sporting CP player just six months after leaving Arsenal for free to join Barcelona on a one-year contract.
Viktoria Plzen's Czech defender Milan Havel (R) and Barcelona's Spanish defender Hector Bellerin vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Group C football match FC Viktoria Plzen v FC Barcelona in Plzen, Czech Republic, on November 1, 2022. (Photo by JOE KLAMAR/AFP via Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin says goodbye to Barcelona teammates

Barcelona right-back Hector Bellerin missed Tuesday's training session with the club's permission but popped in to say goodbye to his teammates.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Barcelona drop Bellerin asking price which impacts Arsenal clause

Barcelona were expected to ask for around €3m for Hector Bellerin but they now only want €1m, cutting the fee Arsenal will receive from their sell-on clause by a third.
Sporting Lisbon's Spanish defender Pedro Porro (C) reacts during the Portuguese League Cup final football match between Sporting CP and FC Porto at the Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa stadium in Leiria on January 28, 2023. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Tottenham deal finally agreed, Arsenal should benefit financially

Tottenham Hotspur and Sporting CP have finally reached an agreement on the transfer of right-back, Pedro Porro which means Arsenal could well benefit from their Hector Bellerin sell-on clause.
Sporting Lisbon's Spanish defender Pedro Porro (C) reacts during the Portuguese League Cup final football match between Sporting CP and FC Porto at the Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa stadium in Leiria on January 28, 2023. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin to leave Barcelona and help £39m Tottenham move

Tottenham are set to finalize their £39 million move for Sporting Lisbon right-back, Pedro Porro with former Arsenal fan favourite, Hector Bellerin coming in as his replacement.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Former Gunner could replace Spurs-bound defender

Sporting Clube de Portugal are considering a move to sign Hector Bellerin from FC Barcelona as a potential replacement for Pedro Porro.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin rejects Everton move

Hector Bellerin has reportedly turned down a move to Everton even though his Barcelona adventure is not really panning out how he would have liked.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin: If you have 1 car, why do you need 10?

Hector Bellerin has called on footballers to get out of their 'bubble' and contribute more to society, asking 'if you have one car, why do you need 10?'
HULL, ENGLAND: Chuba Akpom of Middlesbrough celebrates after victory in the Sky Bet Championship match between Hull City and Middlesbrough at MKM Stadium on November 01, 2022. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Arsenal training return as more move: Ex-Arsenal roundup

For reasons not every Arsenal fan understands, I like to keep an eye on what players and coaches get up to when they leave Arsenal, so here's a round-up of what some ex-Gunners have been up to this week.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Barcelona ready to sell Hector Bellerin

Barcelona are reportedly ready to sell Hector Bellerin in January if they can find a buyer, meaning they will make more money from another player they got from Arsenal for free while under contract.
VIGO, SPAIN - AUGUST 20: Dani Ceballos of Real Madrid CF sits on the bench before the LaLiga Santander match between RC Celta de Vigo and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Balaidos on August 20, 2022 in Vigo, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

Betis to sell to bring back Dani Ceballos

Real Betis still want to sign Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid but in order to do so they will need to sell one or two of their bigger named players, both of whom have been linked with Arsenal.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin’s camp provide update on return to former club

Hector Bellerin's camp have denied that a return to Real Betis is on the cards at the moment, but he's reportedly edging towards a transfer in 2023.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin wants new Barcelona contract not Betis move

In an update I found rather surprising, Hector Bellerin is targeting a contract renewal with Barcelona when he was expected to return to Real Betis in the summer.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Former Gunner praises Arsenal for trusting in Arteta’s process

Hector Bellerin believes it was important for Arsenal to show patience in Mikel Arteta's project for the Gunners to succeed.
Barcelona's Gabonese midfielder Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang gestures before the start of the friendly football match between FC Barcelona and Manchester City, at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on August 24, 2022. (Photo by Josep LAGO / AFP)

12 players who played for Arsenal and Barcelona

12 players have pulled on the shirt of both Arsenal and Barcelona, although most pull on the Arsenal shirt first.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN - APRIL 29: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on during the UEFA Europa League Semi-final First Leg match between Villareal CF and Arsenal at Estadio de la Ceramica on April 29, 2021 in Villarreal, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Europe remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Real Madrid will finally let Arsenal flop go

Real Madrid are finally ready to let Dani Ceballos leave the club for good when his contract expires in the summer according to a report.
CADIZ, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 10: Hector Bellerin of Barcelona arrives at the stadium prior to the LaLiga Santander match between Cadiz CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla on September 10, 2022 in Cadiz, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin misses Barcelona’s 3-1 defeat at Real Madrid

Hector Bellerin did not take any part in El Clasico as he picked up a calf injury ruling him out of his side's 3-1 defeat at the Bernabeu.
NUREMBERG, GERMANY: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal is challenged by Christoph Daferner and Johannes Geis of 1. FC Nuernberg during the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal F.C. at Max-Morlock-Stadion on July 08, 2022. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Arsenal give Barcelona another freebie but learn lesson after Aubameyang

Hector Bellerin is no longer an Arsenal player after the club agreed to a free transfer, allowing him to sign for Barcelona for nothing.
NUREMBERG, GERMANY: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal is challenged by Christoph Daferner and Johannes Geis of 1. FC Nuernberg during the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal F.C. at Max-Morlock-Stadion on July 08, 2022. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Arsenal agree free transfer of Hector Bellerin to Barcelona

Hector Bellerin is closing in on a free move to FC Barcelona after Arsenal terminated his contract, despite the deal seemingly being the second-choice option for both parties.
Hector Bellerin of Real Betis in action during the Liga match between Granada CF and Real Betis at Nuevo Los Carmenes Stadium on September 13, 2021, in Granada, Spain. Copyright: Jose M. Baldomero

Arsenal player is 2nd-choice signing for Barcelona

Hector Bellerin is only Barcelona's second-choice right-back signing behind Juan Foyth, according to a report from Spain.
NUREMBERG, GERMANY: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal is challenged by Christoph Daferner and Johannes Geis of 1. FC Nuernberg during the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal F.C. at Max-Morlock-Stadion on July 08, 2022. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Arsenal 27yo rejects Serie A move & pushes for contract termination

Hector Bellerin is still in negotiations with Arsenal over the termination of his contract, amid various complications regarding his exit.
Real Betis v Celtic FC: Group G - UEFA Europa League - Hector Bellerin of Real Betis during the UEFA Europa League Group G stage match between Real Betis and Celtic FC at Benito Villamarin Stadium on September 16, 2021, in Seville, Spain. Copyright: DAX Images

Arsenal player prefers to join Real Betis over Barcelona

Hector Bellerin's preferred destination remains Real Betis, despite all the recent speculation linking him to Barcelona, according to a report.
Real Betis' Spanish defender Hector Bellerin controls the ball during the Spanish Copa del Rey (King's Cup) final football match between Real Betis and Valencia CF at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville, on April 23, 2022. (Photo by JORGE GUERRERO/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona want Arsenal to waive transfer fee again

FC Barcelona have asked Hector Bellerin to wait for them until the end of the window, offering him an annual salary of €5m net.
April 29, 2021: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal FC during the Europa League semifinal first leg football match played between Villarreal CF and Arsenal FC at Estadio de la Ceramica in Villarreal, Spain. Copyright: Gerard Franco

Arsenal 27yo open to Barcelona transfer amid growing interest

Hector Bellerin is not against signing for Barcelona this summer, amid reports that they want to bring him in before the deadline.
SEVILLE, SPAIN: Hector Bellerin of Real Betis looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between Sevilla FC and Real Betis at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 27, 2022. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Growing feeling Arsenal 27yo will join Barcelona this month

There is a growing feeling Hector Bellerin will end up with Barcelona instead of Real Betis, according to Gerard Romero.
Real Betis v Celtic FC: Group G - UEFA Europa League - Hector Bellerin of Real Betis during the UEFA Europa League Group G stage match between Real Betis and Celtic FC at Benito Villamarin Stadium on September 16, 2021, in Seville, Spain. Copyright: DAX Images

Serie A side join the race for Hector Bellerin

Udinese are looking to try and sign Hector Bellerin, rivalling the Spanish clubs in the mix for the Arsenal right-back.
Real Betis' Spanish defender Hector Bellerin controls the ball during the Spanish Copa del Rey (King's Cup) final football match between Real Betis and Valencia CF at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville, on April 23, 2022. (Photo by JORGE GUERRERO/AFP via Getty Images)

Bellerin offered to Betis and Barca but they want him for free

Hector Bellerin has been offered to Atletico Madrid and Barcelona, but it seems interested clubs are still hoping to land him on a free transfer.
NUREMBERG, GERMANY: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal is challenged by Christoph Daferner and Johannes Geis of 1. FC Nuernberg during the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal F.C. at Max-Morlock-Stadion on July 08, 2022. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Arsenal demand fee as player pushes for contract termination

Arsenal still want to secure a fee for Hector Bellerin's transfer, despite a meeting with the player's agent reportedly concerning a contract termination.
SEVILLE, SPAIN: Hector Bellerin of Real Betis looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between Sevilla FC and Real Betis at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 27, 2022. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Arsenal player hoping to terminate deal and move to Spain

Hector Bellerin is hoping to terminate his contract with Arsenal and complete a transfer to Real Betis in the next day or two. TodoFichajes report...