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.

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.

Arteta responds to reports linking him with Barcelona

Mikel Arteta says he's happy and proud to be where he is at Arsenal, amid recent media links to FC Barcelona.
William Saliba playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Barcelona + 2 others with serious interest in ‘untouchable’ William Saliba

Three clubs had William Saliba as a serious candidate on their transfer shortlist this summer, but Arsenal insisted he was untouchable.
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)

Trusted journalist names Arsenal’s biggest summer regret

Arsenal's biggest regret of the summer transfer window was failing to land the signature of Raphinha, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Barcelona's Spanish forward Ferran Torres (R) vies with Real Sociedad's French defender Robin Le Normand during the Spanish League football match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on August 21, 2022. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal made €30m bid for Barcelona winger – which Xavi rejected

Arsenal offered to pay Barcelona €30m for the signing of former Manchester City winger Ferran Torres in the final days of the transfer window.
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)

Barcelona play a blinder as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signs for Chelsea

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has made a quick return to the Premier League to sign for Chelsea after Arsenal released him for free.
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.
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)

Chelsea have doubts over Aubameyang deal but it’s not off

Chelsea are having second thoughts about signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, despite the former Arsenal striker favouring them if he leaves Barcelona.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 28: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Barcelona warms up prior to the LaLiga Santander match between FC Barcelona and Real Valladolid CF at Camp Nou on August 28, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Aubameyang prefers Chelsea move to Manchester United

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reportedly prefers the idea of moving to Chelsea instead of Manchester United as he wants to play Champions League football.
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)

Aubameyang robbed and beaten by gunmen in Barcelona home

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was beaten and robbed in the early hours of the morning by gunmen who were also wielding iron bars when they broke into his home in Barcelona.
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' 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.