Tag: Xavi
Arsenal monitoring 24yo Barcelona forward for January move
Arsenal are interested in Barcelona forward Ferran Torres for a potential January move, as both the Gunners and Aston Villa explore attacking options.
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.
Former Arsenal fan favourite receives surprising international call-up
Former Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin has been surprisingly called up to represent Catalonia in an upcoming international friendly against Panama.
Why Mikel Arteta is unlikely to leave Arsenal for Barcelona
Reports suggest FC Barcelona are interested in Mikel Arteta as a potential manager. However, his current success at Arsenal makes a move unlikely.
Arsenal eye free transfer bargain from Barcelona
Sergi Roberto, Barcelona's captain and versatile midfielder, set for free transfer. Arsenal on high alert, eyeing potential summer swoop. Will the Gunners land the experienced Spaniard?
Arteta commits to Arsenal, rubbishes “Totally fake news” reports
Mikel Arteta shuts down rumours of leaving Arsenal for Barcelona, calling them "totally fake news." Read his passionate commitment to the Gunners and why he's focused on building Arsenal's future.
Arsenal hold talks with Barcelona star’s agent
Arsenal's potential acquisition of Barcelona's Ansu Fati promises to be one of the summer's most captivating transfer stories.
Ilkay Gundogan chooses Barcelona over Arsenal
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan is set to join Barcelona, a decision that has implications for Arsenal who were also interested in the German international.
Agent pushes for Arsenal switch after Barcelona problems
Agent Jorge Mendes makes concerted efforts to negotiate a possible transfer of Ruben Neves to Arsenal amid aspirations for Champions League.
Arsenal offer 2-year deal to Ilkay Gundogan
Arsenal eyes City's Ilkay Gundogan amidst strong competition from Barcelona. The Gunners offer two-year deal as they look to enhance their midfield.
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.
How Arteta, Guardiola, Klopp and Xavi are embracing Herbert Chapman’s tactics
Discover how top managers like Arteta embrace Herbert Chapman's W-M formation, highlighting its lasting influence on modern football tactics.
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.
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.
Barcelona boss unsurprised by Mikel Arteta after ‘headstart’
FC Barcelona manager Xavi says Mikel Arteta's rise with Arsenal is no surprise to him, given the former midfielder's history.
Barcelona confirm talks with Endrick
Barcelona have confirmed that they held talks with Endrick, the Brazilian teen sensation who is tipped to move to Europe sooner rather than later.
Barcelona want €20m+ from Chelsea for Aubameyang
Barcelona will accept an offer for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Chelsea in the region of half what they paid for Robert Lewandowski, according to a report.
Xavi hails Aubameyang contract cancellation as ‘gift fallen from the sky’
Barcelona manager, Xavi, has hailed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's signing as a 'gift fallen from the sky' rather than a 'gift given to them by Arsenal'.
Santi Cazorla says emotional goodbye as Xavi joins Barcelona
Santi Cazorla has issued an emotional farewell to Xavi Hernandez as he leaves Al Saad to become Barcelona's new manager.
Santi Cazorla says goodbye again
Santi Cazorla will say goodbye to Villarreal on Sunday as the midfielder makes his way to the next chapter of his life.
Barcelona advised not to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Barcelona legend Xavi has urged his former club NOT to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Arsenal when the transfer window opens.
Xavi endorses Seri signing for Barcelona
Xavi has gone and tarnished Jean Michael Seri's good name by saying that the Nice midfielder has 'Barca DNA'.
Former player ‘sure’ Pep Guardiola will consider Wilshere move
Barcelona midfielder, Xavi, is sure that Pep Guardiola will make a move for Jack Wilshere.
Xavi – Alexis’ success is no shock to me
Alexis Sanchez's former Barcelona teammate, Xavi, has piled a whole tonne of praise onto the Chilean recently.
Video: Mertesacker features in video with Xavi and Zidane
Per Mertesacker is a bit of a surprise inclusion in a new Adidas video prompting people to ‘Be the difference’.
Featuring Xavi and Zinedine Zidane,...
Is Xavi right about Jack Wilshere?
Currently injured, obviously, Jack Wilshere is yet to play for Arsenal this season.
The midfielder fractured his fibula towards the end of pre-season and, following surgery,...
Xavi admits he would’ve snubbed Arsenal
As Arsenal fans, we had the pleasure of watching former Spain and Barcelona captain Xavi Hernandez twice at the Emirates Stadium.
Paired with Andres Iniesta,...