Tag: FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona, also known as Barcelona or Barça, is a professional football club based in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Founded in 1899, Barcelona currently compete in La Liga, the top tier of Spanish football. The club has won 26 league titles, 30 Copa del Rey titles, and a record 13 Supercopa de España titles, as well as a number of European and international competitions. Barcelona’s home ground is Camp Nou, which has a capacity of over 99,000 spectators.

Arsenal-target Douglas Costa could be free to leave after Bayern confirmed Gnabry signing

Brazillian winger Douglas Costa could be free to leave Bayern Munich after they confirmed the signing of former Arsenal winger Serge Gnabry.

Where did Arsenal rank in the list of the most decorated squads in Europe?

A Reddit user named Harefield has researched which football club has the most decorated players in Europe in the squad.

Spanish newspapers cook up cunning plan for cut-price Bellerin move to Barcelona

The two main Catalan newspapers have forged a cunning €25 million plan to help Barcelona bring Bellerin to the Camp Nou.

Wenger on Turan: I don’t want troubled players

Arda Turan's chances of joining Arsenal have taken a hit after Wenger said he didn't want troublemakers at the club.

Arsenal adamant there is no prospect of Bellerin leaving this summer

Despite recent press comments suggesting Hector Bellerín's return to Barcelona is inevitable, Arsenal are adamant that he will not be sold at any price this summer.

Bellerin not actively seeking Barcelona move

Hector Bellerin is not 'actively' working on a move to Barcelona and Arsene Wenger has no interest in selling him despite what the papers seem determined to claim.
Alexandre Lacazette

Football Whispers rates Arsenal’s chances of signing Lacazette

Transfer-raters Football Whispers has given Arsenal a good chance of signing Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon this summer.

Nice president reveals Barcelona interest in Arsenal-target

Nice president, Jean-Pierre Rivere, has confirmed that Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are interested in rumoured Arsenal target, Jean Michael Seri.

Barcelona plan ‘Cesc Fabregas’ strategy to sign Hector Bellerin

Barcelona are reportedly planning on using the same 'strategy', with Hector Bellerin as they did to sign Cesc Fabregas back in 2011.

Bellerin admits homesickness and is planning a future return to Spain

Hector Bellerin is reportedly missing his family and further quotes from his recent interview confirm his intention to return to Spain.

Arda Turan retires from international football after assaulting journalist

Arda Turan has retired from international football after making a physical and verbal attack on a journalist traveling with the Turkish national squad.

Hector Bellerin in talks with Barcelona over potential move

Hector Bellerin and Barcelona's representatives have reportedly held talks and the Spaniard is now expected to speak with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger about leaving.
Arda Turan

Barcelona reduce asking price for Arda Turan

Barcelona have reduced their asking price for Arda Turan in an effort to get the Turk off their books.

Barcelona offer three players as a makeweight for Bellerin deal

Barcelona could offer one of three players as part of their attempts to sign Hector Bellerin.

Arda Turan’s price tag could be a problem for Arsenal

It's no secret Arsenal are interested in signing Barcelona's Arda Turan, but recent reports suggest the Gunners may not be willing to meet his asking price.
Arda Turan

Arsenal-target Arda Turan “going nowhere” according to his agent

Arsenal were hoping to finalise the signing of Barcelona's Arda Turan, but the player's agent has refuted claims that the Turkish international is on his way to the Emirates.

Arda Turan’s agent gets angry at rumours linking player with Arsenal

Arda Turan's agent, Ahmet Bulut, is apparently getting rather miffed over all these rumours about his client leaving Barcelona this summer.

Spanish press get excited about Bellerin comments

Hector Bellerin's latest comments regarding a potential move to Barcelona have gotten the Spanish press all excited and you can sort of understand why.

Man City ‘not in a position’ to meet Hector Bellerin’s asking price

Manchester City cannot afford to buy Hector Bellerin and could lose out to Barcelona this summer, claim the Catalan press.
Barcelona's Turkish forward Arda Turan (L) vies with Osasuna's midfielder Fran Merida (R) during the Spanish league football match FC Barcelona vs CA Osasuna at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on April 26, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / LLUIS GENE

Arda Turan to Arsenal? Are we sure?

Barcelona's creative midfielder Arda Turan looks increasingly likely to leave the La Liga giants this summer.

Barcelona to bid £44m to sign Hector Bellerin

Barcelona are preparing a £44m bid to sign Hector Bellerin.
Barcelona's Turkish forward Arda Turan (L) vies with Osasuna's midfielder Fran Merida (R) during the Spanish league football match FC Barcelona vs CA Osasuna at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on April 26, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / LLUIS GENE

Arsenal ready to move as Barca greenlight Turan sale

Barcelona's new manager, Ernesto Valverde, has reportedly made Arda Turan available for sale this summer.

Barcelona manager Valverde looking at Bellerin and Azpilicueta to solve right-back crisis

After being appointed manager of Barcelona, Ernesto Valverde is tasked with solving the side’s right-back crisis this summer and is considering two Spaniards from the Premier League.

Barcelona’s new manager targeting Hector Bellerin

New Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde is ready to raid the Premier League, with Arsenal's Hector Bellerin reportedly on his wishlist.

Barcelona reignite interest in Arsenal-target Riyad Mahrez

Barcelona will compete with Arsenal for the signature of Leicester City forward Riyad Mahrez this summer.

Oguzhan Ozyakup admits big ambition as he’s linked with Arsenal return

Oguzhan Ozyakup has revealed that he's aiming to leave Besiktas this summer amid links with a return to his former club, Arsenal.

Arsenal interested in Barcelona prospect Oriol Busquets

Arsenal are believed to be interested in signing Barcelona hot prospect Oriol Busquets, a player who has been linked with Manchester United in the past.

Arsenal target Jean-Michaël Seri could be going to Barcelona

OGC Nice midfielder Jean-Michaël Seri is reportedly on the move from Ligue 1 this summer, with Barcelona one of many clubs interested.
Alexander Hleb

Hleb: “Wenger is an unbelievable coach”

Aleksandr Hleb once again opened up about his time at Arsenal under the 'unbelievable coach' that is Arsene Wenger.
European Super League money

Arsenal ranked as 6th most valuable club in the world

The latest study from KPMG ranks Arsenal as the sixth most valuable club in world football.

Real Madrid’s Danilo could be on the move with Arsenal and PSG linked

Brazilian right-back Danilo looks set to leave Real Madrid this summer as a result of a disappointing season with Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain linked with his signature.

Wenger’s touted successor Jorge Sampaoli is appointed Argentina manager

Arsene Wenger's reported successor at Arsenal, Jorge Sampoali, has been appointed manager of the Argentinean national team.
Arda Turan

Arda Turan preparing for Barcelona exit with Arsenal and Chelsea linked

Barcelona attacking-midfielder Arda Turan is bracing himself for a departure from the Camp Nou this summer which could put Arsenal and Chelsea on alert, given the London duo are looking to strengthen their attacking options.

Barcelona could move for Bellerin when they announce Ernesto Valverde as new manager

Barcelona are set to make a formal bid for Hector Bellerín once they announce Ernesto Valverde as the club's new manager, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Barcelona to pursue Bellerin with Manchester City keen on Kyle Walker

Barcelona are apparently set to return for Hector Bellerin for the 100th time after Manchester City have turned their attention to Tottenham's Kyle Walker.

Did Arsenal dodge a bullet by not signing Moussa Sissoko?

Reports coming from Spanish media outlet Don Balon indicate Totenham have offered Moussa Sissoko to Barcelona.

Arsenal face a battle from China to sign Arda Turan

Turkish Airlines official, Ilker Ayci, claims that there have been offers for Barcelona's Arda Turan from China.

Barcelona desperate to unsettle Arsenal’s Hector Bellerin

Another day. More speculation about Hector Bellerín's future.

Spanish press invent amazing Hector Bellerin story

The Spanish press are claiming that Hector Bellerin is set to be announced as a Barcelona player very soon... um what?
Arda Turan

Lucas would ‘welcome’ Turan, gives Ozil & Sanchez update

Lucas Perez has said that Arda Turan's arrival at north London would be "very welcome", with speculation running rampant over the Turkey international's future.