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.

Ousmane Dembele of FC Barcelona in action during the Liga match between CD Leganes and FC Barcelona at Estadio Municipal de Butarque on November 23, 2019 in Leganes, Spain.

Ousmane Dembele’s Premier League move could impact Arsenal

Ousmane Dembele is likely to join a Premier League club if he moves on this window, which would have an impact on Arsenal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Barcelona & Juventus make official approach for Aubameyang

David Ornstein reports that both Barcelona and Juventus have made official moves to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on loan.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang interacts with Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal as he is substituted during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Barcelona to turn to Aubameyang after Morata signing falls apart

Barcelona could be returning to the frame for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, as their move for Alvaro Morata falls apart.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

6 European clubs interested in Aubameyang but there’s a catch

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is unlikely to accept a transfer to Saudi Arabia, even though that's where the strongest bids for him are coming from.
NORWICH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal speaks to press prior to the Premier League match between Norwich City and Arsenal at Carrow Road on December 26, 2021 in Norwich, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta stopped Arsenal signing Emerson Royal after Edu started talks

Mikel Arteta stopped Arsenal from signing Spurs' Emerson Royal from Barcelona in the summer, choosing Takehiro Tomiyasu instead.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrate after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Genuine chance Arsenal forward could leave for Barcelona in January

There's a genuine possibility Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could leave Arsenal in January, with Barcelona interested in a loan move.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal pre-match during the 2021/22 Pre Season Friendly Mind series tournament match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 8 August 2021. Copyright: Andy Rowland

Arsenal preparing for late bids for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Arsenal are preparing for late transfer interest in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and they'll consider offers for him before the window closes.

Lacazette could still leave Arsenal but not to Barcelona

Alexandre Lacazette could be on the way out of Arsenal in the next couple of weeks, but it won’t be to Barcelona.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang during the Mind Series match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. Copyright: Mark Pain

Barcelona aren’t looking to sign Aubameyang despite offer

Barcelona aren't looking to sign Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang this summer, despite reports he's been offered to the club.
Sergino Dest of FC Barcelona during the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and RC Celta played at Camp Nou Stadium on May 16, 2021. Copyright: PRESSINPHOTO

Arsenal ask about Sergiño Dest as Barcelona consider sale

Arsenal have enquired over Barcelona right-back Sergiño Dest, but the player still wants to remain with his current club as things stand.
ESP: FC Barcelona. La Liga Santander. Miralem Pjanic of FC Barcelona on February 24, 2020 in Barcelona, Spain. Copyright: PRESSINPHOTO

Arsenal tempted by Barcelona’s Miralem Pjanic who wants to leave

Arsenal are the latest club to join the race to sign Barcelona midfielder Miralem Pjanic on loan for the season, according to a report.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 17: Sergio Aguero of Manchester City in action during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Etihad Stadium on October 17, 2020 in Manchester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arsenal wanted to sign Sergio Aguero before Barcelona move

Arsenal were interested in Sergio Agüero before he completed his free transfer move to FC Barcelona, according to the player's father.
Emerson Royal of Real Betis during the La Liga match between Sevilla FC v Real Betis played at Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on March 14, 2021 in Sevilla, Spain. Copyright: Antonio Pozo / PRESSINPHOTO

Barcelona plan Emerson Royal talks amid Arsenal interest

Barcelona have planned talks with Emerson over his future, with Arsenal holding an interest in the €25m right-back this summer.
Emerson Royal of Real Betis during the La Liga match between Sevilla FC v Real Betis played at Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on March 14, 2021 in Sevilla, Spain. Copyright: Antonio Pozo / PRESSINPHOTO

Arsenal identify 2 targets to replace 26yo says trusted journalist

Arsenal already have two names on their list of potential right-back replacements for Hector Bellerin this summer, with the Spaniard likely to depart.

New Barcelona president makes Hector Bellerin exit more likely

Joan Laporta has been elected as Barcelona president for a second time, which could increase the likelihood of an exit for Hector Bellerin.

Arsenal and Laporta camp respond to Arteta-to-Barcelona reports

Sources from both sides of the Mikel-Arteta-to-Barcelona story have denied the claims of a summer exit for the Arsenal manager.
ROME, ITALY - FEBRUARY 18: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 match between SL Benfica and Arsenal FC at Stadio Olimpico on February 18, 2021 in Rome, Italy. SL Benfica face Arsenal FC at a neutral venue in Rome behind closed doors after Portugal imposed a ban on travellers arriving from the UK in an effort to prevent the spread of Covid-19 variants. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Barcelona move for Mikel Arteta considered

FC Barcelona presidential candidate Joan Laporta is considering Mikel Arteta to take over as head coach if Ronald Koeman doesn't stay on.

Hector Bellerin ready to leave amid PSG and Barcelona interest

Hector Bellerin is ready to leave Arsenal this summer, with a number of clubs from around Europe interested in signing the right-back.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal runs with the ball during the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on January 02, 2021. (Photo by Tim Keeton - Pool/Getty Images)

Real Madrid will only sell Dani Ceballos with anti-Barcelona clause

Real Madrid will only sell Dani Ceballos this summer with a clause specifically preventing FC Barcelona from buying the player.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Riqui Puig of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the during the pre-season friendly match between FC Barcelona and Girona at Estadi Johan Cruyff on September 16, 2020. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal made serious attempt to sign Barcelona midfielder in January

Arsenal made a serious attempt to sign FC Barcelona midfielder Riqui Puig at the start of the January transfer window, according to a report.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Junior Firpo of FC Barcelona looks on during the La Liga Santander match between FC Barcelona and C.A. Osasuna at Camp Nou on November 29, 2020. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal made deadline-day enquiry for Barcelona 24-year-old

Arsenal made a late enquiry over 24-year-old Barcelona left-back Junior Firpo, according to reports in Spain.
Arsenal's Spanish defender Hector Bellerin controls the ball during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leicester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 25, 2020. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Bellerin could leave this summer: 3 top clubs interested

Hector Bellerin could leave Arsenal at the end of the current campaign, with various top clubs interested, according to a report from Italy.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 04: Neto of FC Barcelona warms up during the UEFA Champions League Group G stage match between FC Barcelona and Dynamo Kyiv at Camp Nou on November 04, 2020 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Barca boss confirms star has submitted transfer request for Arsenal move

Barcelona goalkeeper Neto's agent submitted a transfer request amid links to Arsenal, according to his manager Ronald Koeman.

Arsenal want Barcelona goalkeeper on loan with an option

Arsenal are interested in signing Barcelona goalkeeper Neto on loan with an option to buy, but the La Liga club want a straight sale.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Riqui Puig of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the during the pre-season friendly match between FC Barcelona and Girona at Estadi Johan Cruyff on September 16, 2020. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal watch Barcelona star available for January transfer

Arsenal have watched Riqui Puig on several occasions, with the Barcelona midfielder likely to be up for sale in the January window.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND: Tariq Lamptey of Brighton and Hove Albion in action during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton at American Express Community Stadium on December 07, 2020 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Arsenal look at Premier League 20-year-old as Bellerin replacement

Arsenal are looking at Brighton's Tariq Lamptey as a potential replacement for Hector Bellerin, with Barcelona looking to sign the right-back.
Manchester City's Spanish defender Eric García warms up before the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 6 group C football match between Manchester City and Marseille at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England, on December 9, 2020. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Manchester City man to pick Barcelona over Arsenal

Arsenal look set to miss out on Manchester City defender Eric Garcia, with the player edging closer to a move to FC Barcelona.
LUTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 21: (L-R) Sead Kolasinac and Shkodran Mustafi of Arsenal at Luton Airport on October 21, 2020 in Luton, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Barcelona source responds to Mustafi transfer reports

Shkodran Mustafi isn't on his way to Barcelona despite his agent holding talks with the club this week, according to reports.
Juventus' Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey (R) kicks the ball past Barcelona's Bosnian midfielder Miralem Pjanic (C) and Barcelona's French defender Clement Lenglet during the UEFA Champions League group G football match between Barcelona and Juventus at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on December 8, 2020. (Photo by JOSEP LAGO/AFP via Getty Images)

“Masterclass”: Aaron Ramsey stars in win over Barcelona

Aaron Ramsey put in a strong performance for Juventus as they thrashed Barcelona 3-0 to top their Champions League group on Tuesday.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signs new Arsenal contract (via@Arsenal)

Aubameyang confirms he had an offer to join Barcelona

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang confirms he had an offer to join Barcelona this summer, but chose to stay at Arsenal for two reasons.
Arsenal's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores the winning penalty in the shoot-out to win the English FA Community Shield football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Wembley Stadium in north London on August 29, 2020. (Photo by ANDREW COULDRIDGE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Aubameyang chose Arsenal extension over Barcelona interest

Barcelona made contact over the potential signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Arsenal, but the player chose to extend his contract instead.
LISBON, PORTUGAL - AUGUST 14: Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona looks dejected during the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between Barcelona and Bayern Munich at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica on August 14, 2020 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Manu Fernandez/Pool via Getty Images)

Petit warns Messi and Manchester City about Premier League move

Former Arsenal and Barcelona man, Emmanuel Petit, has warned Lionel Messi against a move to the Premier League this summer.
Barcelona's Argentinian forward Lionel Messi reacts during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final football match between Barcelona and Bayern Munich at the Luz stadium in Lisbon on August 14, 2020. (Photo by Manu Fernandez / POOL / AFP)

Arsene Wenger: We were in discussions with Messi in 2003

Arsenal tried to sign Lionel Messi in 2003 along with Cesc Fabregas but the player had already reached 'untouchable' status with FC Barcelona.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 21: Philippe Coutinho of Bayern Muenchen looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and SC Paderborn 07 at Allianz Arena on February 21, 2020 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal put proposal to Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho

Arsenal are proposing a loan move for Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho with an option to buy at the end of the season, according to a report in Spain.
Marcus McGuane after signing on loan for Oxford United (Photo via OUFC.com)

Former Gunner McGuane joins Oxford United on loan

Former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder Marcus McGuane joined Oxford United on a season-long loan from Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Arsenal deal for Philippe Coutinho no longer fantasy talk

Arsenal are keen on the signing of Philippe Coutinho this summer, likely on a one-year loan deal from Barcelona, according to reports.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal presented with Coutinho-Guendouzi swap deal

A swap deal between Arsenal and Barcelona involving Philippe Coutinho and Matteo Guendouzi is on the table, according to a report.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal best placed for a summer move for Coutinho

Arsenal are in the best position of all the teams chasing a summer move for FC Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho, according to reports in Spain.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 04: Samuel Umtiti of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the Joan Gamper trophy friendly match between FC Barcelona and Arsenal at Nou Camp on August 04, 2019, in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Barcelona consider letting Umtiti leave on loan with option

Barcelona are considering allowing Samuel Umtiti to leave the club on loan this season, with Arsenal one of the teams in for him.
Bayern Munich's striker Thomas Mueller (R) and on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho (L). Photo during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Munich and FC Augsburg, on March 8, 2020. (Photo by Christof STACHE / AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal in for Coutinho but will struggle to afford him

Arsenal are one of the clubs showing the most interest in a summer move for Philippe Coutinho, but they'll struggle to afford his wages.