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.

BARCELONA, SPAIN: Gavi of FC Barcelona runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Albert Sambi Lokonga of Sevilla FC during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 20, 2024. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee plays against Barcelona after 2nd injury return

Arsenal loanee Albert Sambi Lokonga continued his comeback from injury against Barcelona on Sunday, despite missing out on the Sevilla starting lineup.
MUNICH, GERMANY - OCTOBER 09: Freya Godfrey of Arsenal inspects the pitch prior to the UEFA Women's Champions League match between FC Bayern München and Arsenal FC at FC Bayern Campus on October 09, 2024 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Adam Pretty/Getty Images)

Arsenal youngster nominated for Golden Girl

Arsenal's Freya Godfrey has been named a finalist for the Golden Girl 2024 award, recognising Europe's best player under 21. Winner to be announced 4 December 2024.
MURCIA, SPAIN: Lamine Yamal of Spain acknowledges the fans during the warm up prior to the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A4 match between Spain and Denmark at Nueva Condomina on October 12, 2024. (Photo by Mateo Villalba Sanchez/Getty Images)

Arsenal 29yo sings praises of Barcelona youngster

Arsenal's David Raya has praised Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal, but called on everyone to let the player enjoy his football.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Arsenal's Thomas Partey runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Arsenal FC at Etihad Stadium on September 22, 2024. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Barcelona eye Arsenal midfielder with expiring contract

Thomas Partey is on Barcelona's radar ahead of the January transfer window, with sporting director Deco trying to sign the player once before.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: General view outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Barcelona moving to protect itself from Arsenal raid

Barcelona move to protect Arnau Pradas from Arsenal’s interest as the Premier League side eyes the talented winger. Mikel Arteta reportedly wants him for Arsenal's youth project.
Wojciech Szczesny after signing for Barcelona (Photo via FCBarcelona.com)

Former Gunner comes out of retirement to play for Barcelona

Former Gunner Wojciech Szczesny's move to Barcelona has been confirmed, delaying his retirement for at least one more year.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 20: Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Spotify Camp Nou on May 20, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Manchester City consider Rodri replacement who rejected Arsenal & Liverpool

Arsenal missed out on Martin Zubimendi, leading them to sign Mikel Merino. Now, Man City eye Zubimendi as they scramble to replace Rodri after his ACL injury.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 25: Fans make their way to the stadium prior to the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Bolton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on September 25, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

L’Équipe questions whether the Emirates has delivered promised Arsenal cash windfall

L'Équipe explores whether Arsenal's move to the Emirates Stadium delivered the financial windfall anticipated, uncovering the revenue challenges the club still faces.
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Retired ex-Gunner agrees Barcelona deal after rejecting Arsenal request

Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is coming of retirement to join Barcelona after Marc-Andre ter Stegen's injury. Barcelona seek a quick solution in goal.
WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 25: Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall reacts during the first half against Chelsea at Audi Field on August 25, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Arsenal women’s squad strength: ready for the 2024/25 season?

Arsenal made strategic signings and loans in the summer transfer window to strengthen their squad for the 2024/25 season. Will these moves lead to success?
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 20: Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal FC at Molineux on April 20, 2024 in Wolverhampton, England.(Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta’s pay rise with new contract not as large as speculated

Mikel Arteta’s new Arsenal contract secures him until 2027 with a £10m-a-year salary. Speculation about a £20m pay rise was inaccurate, with a more modest increase agreed.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Gabriel Magalhaes of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brighton & Hove Albion FC at Emirates Stadium on August 31, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Arsenal open contract talks to ward off Barcelona and Bayern Munich

Arsenal open contract talks with Gabriel Magalhães to fend off interest from Barcelona and Bayern Munich, seeking to secure the defender’s long-term future.
Joan Garcia playing for Espanyol (Photo via Garcia on Instagram)

Why did Arsenal fail to sign Joan Garcia?

Arsenal failed to sign Joan Garcia after Espanyol refused to negotiate below the goalkeeper's €30 million release clause, forcing the Gunners to look for alternatives.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Thomas Partey of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Barcelona target Arsenal midfielder for free transfer

Barcelona is eyeing Arsenal's Thomas Partey for a free transfer next summer. The Ghanaian midfielder, whose contract expires, is also attracting interest from other clubs.
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Arsenal learn Champions League Qualifying Round 2 opponents

Arsenal draw BK Häcken in the second round of Champions League qualifying. Can the Gunners secure their place in the group stage? Here are the key details.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND: Goalkeeper Neto of AFC Bournemouth during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United FC at Vitality Stadium on August 25, 2024. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

Arsenal finally sign 2nd choice keeper but only on loan

Arsenal sign Neto on loan from Bournemouth after failing to secure Joan Garcia from Espanyol. Find out how the Gunners' goalkeeper search concluded.
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Ex Gunner scores hattrick v Ajax after Arsenal contract termination

Ex-Arsenal forward Gio Queiroz scored a hat-trick in Atlético Madrid’s win over Ajax, marking a stunning return to Spain after her London struggles.
COLOGNE, GERMANY - JUNE 30: Nico Williams of Spain during the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Spain and Georgia at Cologne Stadium on June 30, 2024 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Arsenal remain interested in £49m winger

Nico Williams of Athletic Club remains of interest to Arsenal this summer, according to a report.
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)

Barcelona now looking to sell Arsenal-linked winger

Barcelona would like Raphinha to leave this summer so they can reinvest in another forward, according to a report.
CARSON, CALIFORNIA: Karl Hein of Arsenal FC looks on during the first half against AFC Bournemouth at Dignity Health Sports Park on July 24, 2024. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

Arsenal confirm La Liga loan move for 22yo

Arsenal's promising goalkeeper Karl Hein has joined La Liga side Real Valladolid on a season-long loan. The 22-year-old Estonian international aims to gain valuable experience in Spain's top flight.
BILBAO, SPAIN: Nico Williams of Athletic Club passes the ball whilst under pressure from Omar Mascarell of RCD Mallorca during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Bilbao and RCD Mallorca at Estadio de San Mames on February 02, 2024. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Key Arsenal target hints he’s staying with current club

Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has hinted that he's planning to stay with his current club for the new campaign, after returning from his post-Euros holidays.
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - FEBRUARY 28: Rosa Kafaji of Sweden during the UEFA Women's Nations League Promotion & Relegation Second Leg Match between Sweden and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Tele2 Arena on February 28, 2024 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by Michael Campanella/Getty Images)

Arsenal to announce Kafaji signing

Arsenal Women are reportedly close to signing Swedish talent Rosa Kafaji from BK Häcken, adding another dimension to their midfield.
Gio Queiroz via Arsneal.com

Arsenal winger contract terminated, signs for Atletico Madrid until 2027

Arsenal Women's forward, Gio Queiroz, has officially signed with Atletico Madrid until 2027, following the termination of her contract with the Gunners. Queiroz, a promising...
Riccardo Calafiori signing for Arsenal alongside Mikel Arteta (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Merino rejects Barcelona for Arsenal, Calafiori joins, Sane on radar

Arsenal's summer transfer window is in full swing, with the club confirming the acquisition of defender Riccardo Calafiori
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Merino agrees Arsenal deal after rejecting Barcelona

Mikel Merino is reportedly close to joining Arsenal from Real Sociedad, with the Spanish club already eyeing a replacement in Valencia's Javi Guerra.
Sporting Lisbon's Swedish forward #09 Viktor Gyokeres celebrates scoring during the Portuguese League football match between Rio Ave FC and Sporting CP at the Rio Ave FC - Dos Arcos stadium in Vila do Conde, on February 25, 2024. (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal check on Osimhen status but focused on Gyökeres

Arsenal's pursuit of a new striker intensifies as they prioritise Viktor Gyökeres over Victor Osimhen, who is facing transfer complications with PSG.
Spain's midfielder #08 Fabian Ruiz celebrates with the trophy after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 final football match between Spain and England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP) (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal start negotiations for PSG’s Fabian Ruiz

Arsenal are in talks with PSG over a potential loan deal for Spanish midfielder Fabian Ruiz. The Gunners are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Midfielder close to Arsenal move as Barcelona cools interest

Arsenal is reportedly close to securing the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for €25 million, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid out of the race.
Sporting Lisbon's Swedish forward #09 Viktor Gyokeres reacts during the UEFA Europa League last 32 second leg football match between Sporting CP and BSC Young Boys at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on February 22, 2024. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal ‘insist’ on signing €100m 43-goal striker says Portuguese report

Arsenal are determined to sign Viktor Gyokeres, but Sporting CP's €100 million price tag poses a major obstacle. Can the Gunners secure their target?
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal offer being considered by Spanish 28yo

Arsenal is leading the race to sign Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid facing challenges in their pursuit of the Spanish midfielder.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal leads race for Mikel Merino as Atletico Madrid struggles to keep up

Arsenal targets Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino as midfield reinforcement. Atletico Madrid also shows interest, but Gunners lead the race for the European champion.
BERLIN, GERMANY: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy looks on prior to the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at Olympiastadion on June 29, 2024. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Arsenal remain in talks after €50m 22yo agrees 5-year deal

Arsenal's pursuit of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori is on hold due to a disagreement over the transfer fee. Will the clubs find common ground?
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 could turn to Barcelona winger as he considers exit

Raphinha is keen on returning to the Premier League, potentially allowing Arsenal to reignite their interest if Nico Williams joins Barcelona.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal favourites to beat Barcelona to midfield signing

Arsenal are one of three clubs in for Mikel Merino this summer, but the Gunners are currently the favourites for the signing.
COLOGNE, GERMANY - JUNE 30: Nico Williams of Spain during the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Spain and Georgia at Cologne Stadium on June 30, 2024 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Chelsea offer €58m Arsenal target €15m a season wages

Arsenal's pursuit of Spanish winger Nico Williams has taken a dramatic turn as Chelsea enter the fray with a staggering €15 million-a-season salary offer. The Gunners, who have long admired the 21-year-old, now face stiff competition from their London rivals for the Euro 2024 star's signature.
Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino addresses a press conference of Spain's national football team, ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 European football Championships, in Donaueschingen, on June 12, 2024. (Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta’s ‘secret talks’ with 28yo Spanish midfielder

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's direct contact with Mikel Merino sparks transfer speculation. Is it a secret tactic or a transparent approach? The race for the Real Sociedad midfielder heats up.
Spain's forward #08 Mariona Caldentey celebrates after scoring her team's third goal during the UEFA Women's Nations League group A4 football match between Spain and Sweden, at La Rosaleda stadium in Malaga on December 5, 2023.(Photo by JORGE GUERRERO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal confirm signing of 28yo Barcelona forward

Arsenal sign World Cup-winning midfielder Mariona Caldentey from Barcelona. The Spanish playmaker brings her creative flair and trophy-winning experience to the Gunners.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Jules Kounde of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 30, 2024. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal contact Barcelona over France international

Arsenal are interested in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde, with the La Liga side demanding a significant offer to let the French international leave.
MALLORCA, SPAIN - JUNE 08: Mikel Merino of Spain looks on during the international friendly match between Spain and Northern Ireland at Estadi de Son Moix on June 08, 2024 in Mallorca, Spain. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta phonecall gives Arsenal edge over cash-strapped Barcelona

Arsenal are reportedly leading the race for Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with Mikel Arteta's direct approach proving more appealing than Barcelona's delayed pursuit.
DOHA, QATAR - DECEMBER 01: View of the FIFA logo on a flag during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group F match between Canada and Morocco at Al Thumama Stadium on December 01, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Can Arsenal secure a spot in the inaugural FIFA Women’s Club World Cup?

Arsenal women's team sets its sights on the inaugural Women's Club World Cup, with Champions League success being the key to qualification.