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.

Take 2: Barcelona prep swap deal for Bellerín with different players

According to a recent report in the Daily Star, Arsenal could be prepared to let Hector Bellerín join Barcelona if they get Arda Turan and highly-rated youngster Marc Cucurella as part of a swap deal.

Alexis ‘agrees’ to join Bayern Munich while having talks with Manchester City

Another day, another rumour about Alexis Sánchez's future.

Reports: Thomas Vermaelen poised for Watford loan move

Reports in both the Daily Mail and The Mirror suggest that Watford are interested in signing Thomas Vermaelen on a loan move this summer.
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

Turan’s agent contacts Arsenal

Arda Turan's agent has spoken to Arsenal as a potential destination for the midfielder this summer, reports suggest.

Hector Bellerin’s agent denies claims

Hector Bellerin's agent, Albert Botines, has denied making certain comments published by Goal this week.

Barcelona scout Bellerín against Manchester United

Barcelona sporting director Robert Fernandez travelled to London on Sunday afternoon to watch Hector Bellerín against Manchester United, reports suggest.

Bellerin’s agent confirms offer for player

Hector Bellerin's agent, Albert Botines, has confirmed that while he did receive an offer for his client after the right-back signed a contract extension with Arsenal, it wasn't from Barcelona.

Barcelona offer Arsenal pick of 3 in return for Bellerin

According to reports from Spain, Barcelona are offering Ivan Rakitić, Arda Turan or Andre Gomes for Hector Bellerin in a bid to get Arsenal to sell him.

Real Madrid to tempt Arsenal into Bellerin sale with player offer

Real Madrid are reportedly ready to offload right-back, Danilo, onto Arsenal if the Gunners choose to sell Hector Bellerin.

Barça linked with Azpilicueta as possible Bellerín alternative

La Liga giants Barcelona have been keen to show their interest in Arsenal's Hector Bellerín over the past few seasons but they're now preparing alternatives if a move for the full-back proves too difficult to complete - including for one of Chelsea's best players.

Bellerin: This is the difference between Arsenal and Barcelona training

Hector Bellerin has revealed an interesting difference between Arsenal and Barcelona's training sessions.

Barcelona target Bellerin & Coutinho this summer

Hector Bellerin and Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho are reportedly on Barcelona's 'wishlist' this summer.

Wenger: This is what I expect from Tottenham

Arsene Wenger has said that he expects an ‘open game’ when Arsenal venture up the Seven Sisters Road to face Tottenham on Sunday.

Arsenal want Atletico Madrid man to replace player who isn’t leaving

Arsenal reportedly want to replace Hector Bellerin with Atletico Madrid defender, Sime Vrsaljko.
Hector Bellerin

Bellerin too pricey for Barcelona despite not being for sale

Barcelona are reportedly unprepared to meet Hector Bellerin's £34m asking price.

Mesut Ozil: Manchester United were interested

Mesut Ozil has revealed in his recent book, Gunning for Greatness, that there were four clubs interested in signing him after the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

Arsenal ‘seal deal’ for Arda Turan: Turkish report

According to reports coming from Turkey, Arsenal have sealed the deal for Barcelona's Arda Turan.

Alexis praise for Messi comes at the wrong time

Alexis Sanchez has been speaking publicly about his admiration for former team-mate Lionel Messi.

Alexis: Fear of being a nobody drives me

Alexis Sanchez has publicly revealed that fear of being a "nobody" has acted as motivation for him to treat every match like a cup final.

Barcelona think they’ve found a way to get Bellerin

According to reports Barcelona are keen on signing Hector Bellerin and are prepared to offer Arda Turan in a potential swap.

Hector Bellerin’s camp deny Barcelona meeting

Hector Bellerin's representatives have denied reports that Barcelona chief Robert Fernandez had flown to London this week to discuss signing the right-back from Arsenal.
Hector Bellerin

Barcelona back down on Hector Bellerin

Barcelona appear to have got the message regarding Hector Bellerin and Arsenal with their Technical Director, Roberto Fernandez admitting, ‘there are other players who can do well in that role’.
Arda Turan

Arda Turan’s agent speaks about Arsenal interest

Barcelona’s Arda Turan has been linked with a move to Arsenal this summer but his agent says there has been no contact from Arsenal.

€29m 30yo Barcleona man back on Arsenal’s wishlist – report

According to reports, Arsenal are lining up a move for Barcelona forward, Arda Turan, this summer.
Hector Bellerin

Bellerin’s Barcelona comments nothing to worry about – for now

Hector Bellerin seems to be coming around to the idea of moving back to Barcelona having previously been very dismissive of the idea or at least that's what some papers want you to believe.
LA ROCHELLE, FRANCE - JUNE 10: Hector Bellerin of Spain faces the media during a press conference on June 10, 2016 in La Rochelle, France. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Barcelona believe Bellerin will want move if Wenger goes

Barcelona reportedly believe that if Arsene Wenger leaves Arsenal at the end of the season, Hector Bellerin will want to move.
Arda Turan

Arda Turan surplus to requirements at Barcelona – report

Rumoured Arsenal target, Arda Turan, is reportedly surplus to requirements at Barcelona and could be sold in order to give Lionel Messi a new bumper wage deal.
Hector Bellerin

Barcelona ramp up their Bellerin nonsense

A report from Spain which has been pounced on by the Daily Mail claims that Arsenal have entered talks with Barcelona over the transfer of Hector Bellerin.
Ronald Koeman

Arsenal eye ‘perfect’ Koeman as Wenger replacement report claims

Arsenal have been linked with an approach for Everton's Ronald Koeman, should Arsène Wenger leave at the end of the season.

Barcelona Sporting Director meets with Bellerin’s entourage in London – report from Spain

Spanish paper/site AS are reporting that Barcelona’s sporting director, Robert Fernandez, met with the ‘entourage’ of Hector Bellerin.

Good news as Barca scout Bellerin v Bayern Munich

Barcelona's sporting director Robert Fernandez and scout Urbano Ortega were reportedly in London this week scouting Hector Bellerin during the Bayern Munich game.

No glory for Barcelona in ‘greatest ever comeback’ as cheats prosper

On Wednesday, we witnessed the biggest comeback in Champions League history proving cheaters do prosper
Arsene Wenger

Wenger – I am a specialist in masochism

Arsene Wenger has called himself a ‘specialist in masochism,’ and has compared being a football manager to being a priest.
Mesut Ozil

Ozil reveals Guardiola is reason why he didn’t sign for Barcelona

Mesut Ozil has revealed in his autobiography (released 16 March) that Pep Guardiola is the reason he didn't sign for Barcelona and instead went to Real Madrid.
Bellerín (R) in action against Hull City

Bellerin to be captain at Arsenal in ‘2 or 3 years’ if Wenger stays?

Could Hector Bellerin really end up captaining Arsenal one day?
Jorge Sampaoli

Sampoli delays contract talks

Sevilla manager, Jorge Sampaoli, has apparently delayed talks over a new contract with the La Liga team, leading to more speculation that he could be taking over either Arsenal or Barcelona.

Barca back for Bellerin – Spanish report

The story that Barcelona are ready to return for Hector Bellerin has taken another turn: apparently, the right-back is willing to leave is Arsene Wenger does.
LA ROCHELLE, FRANCE - JUNE 10: Hector Bellerin of Spain faces the media during a press conference on June 10, 2016 in La Rochelle, France. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Barcelona to make Bellerin no.1 target despite new deal?

According to a report from Spanish outlet, Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona are still determined to sign Hector Bellerin despite the 21-year-old only signing a new six-and-a-half-year extension in November.
Arsenal's Russian midfielder Andrey Arshavin celebrates after scoring a goal during his team's Champions League round of 16, 1st leg football match against FC Barcelona on February 16, 2011 at the Emirates Stadium in London. AFP PHOTO/LLUIS GENE.

OTD Arshaviiiiiiiiin!

On this day in 2011, Arsenal beat Barcelona 2-1 in the Champions League.
Saint-Denis, FRANCE: Arsenal's French forward and team captain Thierry Henry passes next to the trophy after the UEFA Champion's League final football match Barcelona vs. Arsenal, 17 May 2006 at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, northern Paris. Barcelona won 2 to 1. AFP PHOTO ODD ANDERSEN

Ronaldinho – We never doubted we’d beat Arsenal in Paris

Ronaldinho insists that Barcelona never doubted they could beat Arsenal in the Champions League final, despite needing the Gunners to be down to 10 men for the majority of the match to achieve it.