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.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and PSG eye Martin Odegaard

Martin Odegaard, Arsenal's captain, is attracting attention from Europe's top clubs. Will Arsenal be able to secure his future amidst these new challenges?
Gabon's Pierre Aubameyang (R) celebrates after scoring during the 2012 Olympic mens football match between Gabon and Switzerland at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north-east England on July 26, 2012.(Photo credit PAUL ELLIS/AFP/GettyImages)

Aubameyang reverses Gabon retirement decision

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reverses his international retirement as rumours abound about his potential return to Barcelona.
Chelsea's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang attends a team training session at Chelsea's Cobham training facility in Stoke D'Abernon, southwest of London on March 6, 2023 on the eve of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 second-leg football match against Borussia Dortmund. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona to sign Aubameyang for €5m on 1 condition

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's possible return to Barcelona could be a bargain deal, provided he accepts a pay cut.
Arsenal transfers - MUNICH, GERMANY: Joao Cancelo of FC Bayern München looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Hertha BSC at Allianz Arena on April 30, 2023. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images)

Are Arsenal seriously considering a move for Joao Cancelo?

Arsenal's interest in Manchester City's Joao Cancelo is reportedly intensifying. However, is a move for the Portuguese left-back realistic?
Arsenal transfers - MUNICH, GERMANY: Joao Cancelo of FC Bayern München looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Hertha BSC at Allianz Arena on April 30, 2023. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye 3rd Manchester City signing

Explore the potential summer transfer of João Cancelo from Manchester City to Arsenal. Understand the fallout with Pep Guardiola leading to his loan to Bayern.
HANOVER, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 12: Noel Bigo Atom (R) of Germany challenges Arda Güler of Turkey during the International Friendly between Germany U17 and Turkey U17 at Eilenriedestadion on November 12, 2021 in Hanover, Germany. (Photo by Martin Rose/Getty Images for DFB)

Arsenal hope to grab 18yo €5m Turkish bargain ahead of Barcelona

Arsenal are reportedly in the race for the signature of 18-year-old Turkish prodigy Arda Güler from Fenerbahce, potentially for a bargain price.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Chelsea gestures during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

“I’d like to return” Aubameyang wants out of Chelsea

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has confirmed he wants to go back to Barcelona, though they only want him on a free transfer.
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the Super Copa de España semi-final match between Real Betis and FC Barcelona at King Fahd International Stadium on January 12, 2023. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Constant calls: Arsenal make offer to 26yo Barcelona winger

Arsenal are pushing to sign Raphinha, who is considering leaving Barcelona this summer, according to one report from Spain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Chelsea looks dejected after Martin Odegaard of Arsenal (not pictured) scores the team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Aubameyang pushes for free transfer to Barcelona after failed Chelsea stint

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly seeking a free transfer from Chelsea to Barcelona, despite the London club's reluctance to lose their £12m investment.
Chelsea's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang waves to supporters as celebrates at the end of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and AC Milan at Stamford Bridge in London on October 5, 2022. - Chelsea won 3 - 0 against AC Milan. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Aubameyang’s return to Barcelona: Willing to make sacrifices

Aubameyang considers a return to Barça, but the club has outlined financial sacrifices he must make for the move to happen.
Arsenal's Chilean striker Alexis Sanchez (L) and Arsenal's Spanish striker Lucas Perez are seen during a training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 second leg football match against Bayern Munich at Arsenal's London Colney training ground on March 6, 2017. (Photo credit GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Lucas Perez on his time at Arsenal and being denied Barcelona transfer

Lucas Perez discusses his time at Arsenal, his impact on the pitch, and a failed transfer to Barcelona.
Arsenal transfers - LA PLATA, ARGENTINA - AUGUST 11: Vitor Roque of Athletico-PR celebrates after scoring the first goal of his team during a Copa CONMEBOL Libertadores 2022 quarter final second leg match between Estudiantes and Athletico Paranaense at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium on August 11, 2022 in La Plata, Argentina. (Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)

Arsenal-linked forward prefers Barcelona move

Vitor Roque hasn't held any concrete talks with Arsenal, and Barcelona reportedly remain his favoured option for a summer move.
Arsenal transfers - Brazil's Vitor Roque kisses the trophy after winning the South American U-20 football championship after defeating Uruguay 2-0 in their final round match, at El Campin stadium in Bogota, on February 12, 2023. (Photo by DANIEL MUNOZ / AFP) (Photo by DANIEL MUNOZ/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal advantage over Barcelona for Brazilian youngster

Arsenal are making progress with a potential move for Vitor Roque, amid setbacks for FC Barcelona in the race for the striker.
Chelsea's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang attends a team training session at Chelsea's Cobham training facility in Stoke D'Abernon, southwest of London on March 6, 2023 on the eve of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 second-leg football match against Borussia Dortmund. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Aubameyang’s Chelsea struggles amid Barcelona hope

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has endured a tough season at Chelsea, with the forward hoping for a return to Barcelona amidst struggles for playing time.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Arsenal FC at Craven Cottage on March 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta linked to Real Madrid amid Ancelotti uncertainty

According to the press in Spain, Mikel Arteta has emerged as potential Real Madrid target amidst Carlo Ancelotti's shaky season, with Arsenal laughably said to be looking at Roberto De Zerbi as a replacement.
Chelsea's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang attends a team training session at Chelsea's Cobham training facility in Stoke D'Abernon, southwest of London on March 6, 2023 on the eve of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 second-leg football match against Borussia Dortmund. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Press report ‘war’ between Chelsea and Barcelona over Aubameyang

Chelsea and FC Barcelona are reportedly at 'war' over the future of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (33) according to press in England and Spain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 12: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Chelsea looks on from the bench during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Chelsea FC at Craven Cottage on January 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Barcelona Aubameyang return looks likely

Chelsea forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has hinted at a possible return to FC Barcelona, where he previously enjoyed a brief yet successful stint. 
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the Super Copa de España semi-final match between Real Betis and FC Barcelona at King Fahd International Stadium on January 12, 2023. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

“I love Arsenal”: Gunners’ summer target makes admission

FC Barcelona winger Raphinha admitted he loves Arsenal, when asked for his favourite teams to watch outside of La Liga.
Arsenal transfers - Brazil's Vitor Roque celebrates after scoring against Venezuela during the South American U-20 championship football match at the Metropolitano de Techo stadium in Bogota, Colombia on February 3, 2023. (Photo by JUAN PABLO PINO / AFP) (Photo by JUAN PABLO PINO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal willing to do anything to secure Brazilian ahead of Barcelona

Vitor Roque, who recently helped Brazil win the U20 South American Championship, is in high demand, with his recent form reportedly increasing his asking price as Arsenal try to sign him ahead of Barcelona.
Arsenal transfers - Barcelona's Spanish forward Ansu Fati looks on during the Spanish League football match between Girona FC and FC Barcelona at the Montilivi stadium in Girona on January 28, 2023. (Photo by Pau BARRENA / AFP) (Photo by PAU BARRENA/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona media report Arsenal interest in 20yo star

Arsenal are among the clubs monitoring Barcelona winger Ansu Fati, according to a report from the local media.
Hector Bellerin Sporting CP

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.
SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - MARCH 13: Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the LaLiga Santander match between Real Sociedad and Deportivo Alaves at Reale Arena on March 13, 2022 in San Sebastian, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Barcelona end 23yo pursuit due to Arsenal’s interest

Barcelona's pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has reportedly come to an end due to financial constraints and interest from 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)

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.
Chelsea's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang waves to supporters as celebrates at the end of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and AC Milan at Stamford Bridge in London on October 5, 2022. - Chelsea won 3 - 0 against AC Milan. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona upset they sold Aubameyang to Chelsea

Barcelona continue to be a basket-case of a club with a report coming out that they regret selling Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to Chelsea.
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.
Barcelona's Brazilian forward Raphinha looks on during the Spanish League football match between FC Barcelona and RCD Espanyol at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on December 31, 2022. (Photo by PAU BARRENA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal make contact with agent of Mudryk alternative

Arsenal are moving on from Mykhaylo Mudryk by exploring a deal for Barcelona winger Raphinha, according to a report from Italy.
Barcelona's Gabonese midfielder Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang looks on 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)

Spanish FA issue problematic transfer update for Aubameyang

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang can't play for any team except Chelsea in the second half of the season, leaving him stuck with the London club.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 05: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Chelsea during the UEFA Champions League group E match between Chelsea FC and AC Milan at Stamford Bridge on October 05, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Barcelona want Aubameyang for free again despite Chelsea fee

Barcelona are once again keen on signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang but only if they can get the player they sold for €12m for free.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 05: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Chelsea during the UEFA Champions League group E match between Chelsea FC and AC Milan at Stamford Bridge on October 05, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid interested in Aubameyang

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are looking to bring Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang back to Spain, according to reports.
Brazil's Raphinha celebrates after scoring against Paraguay during the South American qualification football match for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 at the Mineirao stadium in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, on February 1, 2022. (Photo by DOUGLAS MAGNO/AFP via Getty Images)

Edu explains why Arsenal didn’t sign Raphinha

Edu Gaspar has explained how the transfer saga with Raphinha went down and why it wasn't as protracted as it seemed in the media.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring their team's fifth goal during the UEFA Champions League group C match between FC Barcelona and Viktoria Plzen at Spotify Camp Nou on September 07, 2022. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal to offer £43m for Barcelona forward

Arsenal are interested in the signing of Ferran Torres in the winter window, prepared to offer around £43m for the Barcelona forward.
AL RAYYAN, QATAR: Ferran Torres of Spain in action during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Round of 16 match between Morocco and Spain at Education City Stadium on December 06, 2022. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Arsenal consider Ferran Torres for January move

Arsenal reportedly have Ferran Torres in mind for a potential transfer, though the Barcelona winger wouldn't come cheap.
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.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal speaks with Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on August 31, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Barcelona monitor Arsenal 21yo amid contract talks

Barcelona are monitoring Gabriel Martinelli, according to a report from Spain, but they seem unlikely to succeed in signing him.
Croatia's defender #22 Josip Juranovic (L) and Belgium's midfielder #08 Youri Tielemans run for the ball during the Qatar 2022 World Cup Group F football match between Croatia and Belgium at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al-Rayyan, west of Doha on December 1, 2022. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona stop Tielemans chase, believe Arsenal move agreed

Barcelona have reportedly stopped trying to get Youri Tielemans to sign for them as the Spaniards believe he has agreed to sign for Arsenal.
FC Barcelona's head coach Xavi looks down during a press conference in Plzen, Czech Republic, on October 31, 2022, on the eve of the UEFA Champions League Group C football match FC Viktoria Plzen v FC Barcelona. (Photo by Michal Cizek / AFP) (Photo by MICHAL CIZEK/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona struggle for friendly after Arsenal and Juventus snub

Barcelona are reportedly still looking for an opponent to play during the World Cup break after being rebuffed by both Arsenal and Juventus.
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.
TURIN, ITALY - MAY 05: Juventus FC coach Massimiliano Allegri looks on before the serie A match between Juventus and Bologna FC at Allianz Stadium on May 5, 2018 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Emilio Andreoli/Getty Images)

Arsenal set to replace Barcelona friendly with Juventus match

Arsenal may be set to face Serie A side Juventus instead of Barcelona over the World Cup break, according to a report from Italy.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal add 4th friendly to their World Cup break schedule

Arsenal have reportedly added a fourth - slightly less glamourous - friendly to their World Cup break schedule, planning to face Watford.