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The Azulgranas signed Griezmann on a loan deal from FC Barcelona for a two-year period. The Frenchman has been far from his ecstatic best ever since he joined ...

The wage bill limit has been a noted problem for the majority of the clubs in La Liga, just like Atleti and Barcelona. Atleti would be looking to send Greizmann packing if possible as Diego Simeone likes the prospect of Ronaldo at Atleti. However, the Frenchman, just as it was at Barça, has been nothing but a shell of his successful past.

As per breaking news by Alvaro Munoz Gomez, one of Jules Kounde's best friends has liked a tweet that reported that 'Kounde's move to FC Barcelona is 99% ...

Almost all sources confirmed that Barça couldn’t match the type of financial offer that Chelsea were offering. The rumours were accelerated by Barça’s need for a starting quality centre-back for the 2022/23 season. The Spanish journalist, who has been Tier 1 in terms of reliability regarding Barça news, reported earlier in the day that the Frenchman to Barça was hot property and that his signing could be made official within the next few days.

El Clasico, arguably the biggest spectacle in club football, is set to take place as a pre-season friendly in Las Vegas as Barcelona take on Real Madrid.

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Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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Liverpool are being linked with a move for a Brazilian sensation. It would take a change of approach, but Barcelona and Real Madrid have proven it can be ...

There is nothing wrong, clearly, with the transfer model that Liverpool have chosen. Liverpool will also see the uptick in price should they pursue Jude Bellingham next summer as expected. Endrick has scored 170 goals in 172 youth matches so far and is expected to carry that form into senior football. Both of those moves have paid off handsomely and there are other examples too. Real Madrid are another team credited with having an interest in Endrick, with the Spanish champions having scoured the Brazilian market extensively recently. They did similarly with Neymar when he signed at the Camp Nou, tracking him and getting ahead of the competition.

Barça have opted to buy big instead of backing a young squad and a manager steeped in the club's values and traditions. Robert Lewandowski.

And it may be that City, having set up a Barça-style model, look to maintain that approach after Guardiola has gone – even if the financial benefits of home-produced players are less relevant to them than more traditionally funded clubs. DNA is the excuse used to give a former player of limited experience the manager’s job in the hope that because he “knows the club” he will somehow be able to conjure Guardiola-style success. Perhaps in time that coherence of approach can, as it did with Ajax, become something integral to the club’s identity. And the sort of coherence that characterised that Barcelona side is perhaps only produced by years of learning a system and playing together. But for those who actually prioritise the sport, the message seemed obvious: clubs need to be more like Barcelona. Clubs need to have a method and a philosophy, taught through their academies and then applied in the first team, easing the step up from the youth ranks. This could have been sold to fans as a three-year build, Joan Laporta putting right the mess left by his predecessor as president, Josep Bartomeu. They even have, in Xavi, a coach who was developed at their La Masia academy and embodies the club’s values.

The Blaugrana have already made some fine additions to their ranks in the form of Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen and Raphinha while they also re-signed ...

“Definitely (it is a boost) he’s one of the best players I have ever played with. He was talking to all of us that we have to compete this year to win titles. “Everyone was a bit scared because we did not know if he would re-sign or not. And his presence in the squad, along with his former Borussia Dortmund teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is certain to make Barcelona’s attack prolific. We will hope we have better numbers than in the past.” With Lewandowski joining Barcelona, such a possibility could again be on the horizon for the striker.

CHELSEA are hoping to capture Jules Kounde from Sevilla, but the deal is more complicated than first thought.

And being signed as a right-sided centre-back may suit him perfectly as he handles the transition from one position to the other. But the Frenchman recently revealed he is keen to try his hand in a more central role. Chelsea have been linked with Upamecano in the past before he moved to Bayern Munich from RB Leipzig. But the signing of Matthijs de Ligt has put his position under question. But the fact he is three years older than Kounde and not a great deal cheaper may make Chelsea think twice about returning with an improved offer. The RB Leipzig defender has emerged as a possible alternative if Tuchel fails to land top target Kounde this summer. But if the west London side do miss out on Kounde, there are other transfer options available for Tuchel to explore.

Poland captain Lewandowski had worn the no.9 for both club and country since 2011. But upon his arrival from Bayern Munich earlier this week, he found Memphis ...

Demand for Lewandowski-printed jerseys has already been extremely high at the club's official store. Many Barca fans will be keen for Lewandowski's squad number to be confirmed as soon as possible so that they can buy a jersey with his details printed on the back. Robert Lewandowski made his Barcelona debut in Las Vegas on Saturday night with the no.12 on his back.

The Brazil winger -- signed from Leeds this month -- put Barca ahead in the 27th minute of the Soccer Champions Tour friendly, firing into the top corner after ...

We saw that in the second half." "In the second half we controlled the ball better," Ancelotti said. "Of course when he isn't there we miss something."

Raphinha scored the only goal of the game as Barcelona beat Real Madrid - but what a goal.

On Tuesday, they beat Inter Miami 6-0 with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Raphinha, Ansu Fati, Gavi, Memphis Depay and Ousmane Dembele on the scoresheet. They drew 1-1 with Olot on July 13 before they made their way to the United States for their pre-season tour. Raphinha scored the only goal of the game as Barcelona beat Real Madrid in El Clasico in Las Vegas – and what a goal it was.

The future of Chelsea and Barcelona target Jules Kounde remains up in the air amid conflicting reports over his future on Saturday.After claims emerge.

Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Bet £10 & Get £50 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. “That might still happen, but there are unconfirmed reports in Spain that Barcelona have been working to the midnight hour to put in a rival bid to Sevilla. “A fee was agreed midweek with Sevilla, £55m and a five-year contract was on the table. “The deal is 99% closed, unless there is a cataclysm in the next few hours, the Sevilla centre-back will be a Barca player.”

Gerard Romero had reported earlier that the Catalans have reached an agreement with Sevilla over the transfer fee whilst also hinting that move could be ...

However, despite Navarro’s strong links with Barça, Sevilla would ideally prefer Kounde to join Chelsea, as the Premier League giants are willing to table a much better offer. Romero claims Navarro had spoken to Xavi and Alemany for weeks about the prospect of selling Kounde to the Catalonian outfit, and his influence in the deal cannot be understated. Navarro is a native of Barcelona. He was even a member of the club’s youth setup and had featured in 35 competitive matches for the Catalans, before leaving in 2006.

The La Liga outfit had accepted Chelsea's bid and given cash-strapped Barca an ultimatum that they must match the offer or remove themselves from the transfer ...

And it now appears that the Catalans have had their own proposal green-lighted. Once La Blaugrana made an offer, Kounde was always likely to accept personal terms. The Blues have been linked with a move for Paris Saint Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe and could incredibly hijack Manchester United’s move for Frenkie de Jong. The Red Devils have pursued De Jong all summer but the Dutchman does not appear to favour a transfer to Old Trafford. The player will now remain in the Spanish top-flight rather than move to the Premier League. A deal is now incredibly ‘closed’, according to reports, and Kounde has turned down an offer from Chelsea. The 23-year-old’s preferred destination was always Barca but he was open to joining the West Londoners if the La Liga side failed to stump up the cash required to prise him away from Sevilla. Jules Kounde has sensationally rejected Chelsea’s proposal and is ‘closer than ever’ to joining Barcelona from Sevilla, according to reports in Spain. The centre-back seemed all but set to complete a transfer to the Premier League after the Blues had a £55million bid accepted by Sevilla.

Manager Xavi Hernandez spoke to the media after the game and gave his verdict on the performance from Barcelona, saying: “The first half was brilliant, but the ...

We always want to win, especially against Real Madrid,” the Barça legend added. “We were the better team. While he admitted that the team had some problems in the later stages, the manager was still satisfied with the final result.

All your latest Chelsea transfer rumours on Sunday with key updates on Jules Kounde, Presnel Kimpembe and Conor Gallagher.

Hopefully I can play a big part this season for Chelsea." I loved playing there last season, but I feel like I’m ready to make the step up for Chelsea this season. This has made a move to Chelsea even more unlikely this summer but all options remain on the table.

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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Barcelona claimed pre-season bragging rights by beating rivals Real Madrid 1-0 in front of a boisterous Las Vegas crowd at Allegiant Stadium.

Courtois was the only player on either side to both start and finish the game on the pitch. Xavi Hernandez's side had six shots on target, while Real failed to register any. All eyes were on Lewandowski and it took him just 10 minutes to produce his first moment of magic as he powered past David Alaba on the halfway line, only to be denied by Real keeper Thibaut Courtois.

It was a friendly in name only as Barcelona and Real Madrid met for El Clasico on Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd at Allegiant Stadium in Las ...

Barcelona overpowered the midfield of Camavinga and Tchouameni in the first half and Real Madrid didn't get a shot on target during the match. With Dembele being a different type of winger to Raphinha, Dest still feels like an odd man out in the lineup but he certainly will fight for his place at the club. It's clear that the match meant a little more to Xavi than Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid rolled out a more experimental lineup that was at a disadvantage to Barcelona's press. Even when Barcelona didn't score, they tested Thibaut Courtois heavily in Vegas. When Ousmane Dembele came into the match in the second half, he was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. Benzema missed the match due to starting preseason late so that he could get an extended holiday but without a recognized forward, Real Madrid struggled in attack. With both teams putting out strong sides, it was a good time for Barcelona's new-look attack to get a test after rolling over Inter Miami. Real Madrid's youthful midfield of Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni got a good test in the first half against Barcelona's top attackers.

The Brazil winger -- signed from Leeds this month -- put Barca ahead in the 27th minute of the Soccer Champions Tour friendly, firing into the top corner after ...

We saw that in the second half." "In the second half we controlled the ball better," Ancelotti said. "Of course when he isn't there we miss something."

Lewandowski completed his long-awaited transfer move to Barcelona last week, but it is expected to have a negative impact on Aubameyang's place in boss ...

He wants Barca to play as Barca have to play so keep the ball and play great football. Do I come in as cover for Lewandowski, or as cover for one of the guys who may start out wide? That’s why we have a lot of strikers and midfielders and defenders. Barca boss Xavi will now have to find a way to accommodate two star strikers in his starting line-up. But asked if Xavi had expanded on his plan to play both of his star men, Aubameyang hinted there was room for both of them. "I was really excited because I know him well we played together at Dortmund and had some nice times over there.

Raphinha has hit the ground running following his summer transfer from Leeds to Barcelona, with the Brazilian forward scoring a Clasico thunderbolt against ...

“And Robert is a world star. Real rather shot themselves in the foot when attempting to play out from the back against Barca, with a high press forcing them into a hurried pass that fell nicely to the feet of Raphinha. Raphinha has hit the ground running following his summer transfer from Leeds to Barcelona, with the Brazilian forward scoring a Clasico thunderbolt against Real Madrid in his latest outing for the Blaugrana. That spectacular strike came in a pre-season friendly contest in Las Vegas, with the South American ensuring that Xavi’s side hit the jackpot.

The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty ...

Former Bayern Munich talisman Robert Lewandowski made his first appearance for his new club, and would have found himself on the scoresheet immediately were it not for a good Thibaut Courtois save. Carlo Ancelotti will have been disappointed with his European champions, but will know that his side are capable of better, with legendary duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos starting on the bench, and Mexican side Club America will present him with a chance to put the El Classico defeat to rest. The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty box, before unleashing a precise strike.

For the second time in two matches, Barcelona got the better of arch-rivals Real Madrid on Saturday. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw ...

Moreover, he created several chances in the final ten minutes with his forward runs. Aubameyang had a relatively silent game on the night. He was at the heart of every Catalan build-up and impeccable in defence. Alba was a constant menace down the left flank in the opening half and showed why he is indispensable to Xavi’s setup. Kessie could well turn out to be the Catalans’ best signing of the window. Christensen was calm-headed and solid in his play and did not hesitate to make the occasional vertical or lobbed pass. Against Real Madrid, it was his wonder strike that sealed the game. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw a battle of emotions and passion on the field. His hunger for goals will undoubtedly be a big factor in Barcelona’s success this season. However, Real Madrid did not record a single shot on target in the 90 minutes, meaning that he was barely tested at Allegiant Arena. At this point, it is accepted that the Canary Islander is mature well beyond his years. If not for Thibaut Courtois, the Catalans could have had at least four goals to their name.

Council-supported project beginning on roof of school in Poblenou could grow across the city.

“These energy communities are really special and they make it possible to find solutions that wouldn’t otherwise be viable, but it isn’t scalable for the whole city,” says Eloi Badia, councillor for climate change and ecological transition. Obviously, during school holidays this energy will be available to whoever else needs it.” “That will supply only some of its needs, but this is just a pilot project.

Barcelona have received offers for Frenkie de Jong, club president Joan Laporta has confirmed, but no deal has been done for the Dutch midfielder amid ...

We want that the centre-back distributes the ball and he does it very well.” We need to clarify some aspects of his situation.” For now, La Liga giants continue to embrace the Netherlands international’s presence in their plans.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has spoken out about Frenkie de Jong's situation again. Manchester United have been in talks with the La Liga giants for ...

Joan Laporta tells@carodelas: "Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him. Laporta told Caro De Las Salas, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano via Twitter: “Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him. We received some offers for Frenkie but we didn’t accept as of now, as we want to talk with him and know exactly what he wants.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says more talks are planned with Frenkie de Jong in a bid to break the impasse over a potential move to Manchester...

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"Messi was everything," Laporta said exclusively to ESPN. "To Barca, he's been possibly its greatest player, the most efficient. To me he's only comparable to ...

"Additionally, the clubs have reached a point where we have to come up with rules that allow us to compete with state-owned clubs whose resources don't come from football but through other industries, so they distort European football and make all this unsustainable. That's where it can be the most attractive competition in the world if we do it right, and I'm sure we're going to do it right because the law protects us. "We're open to discussion, but what it is going to be is a competition where the clubs will be able to exercise their power to make their own decisions. But also as president of Barca, and on a personal level, I think I owe him," he added. We're also going to respect the state bodies in Europe, UEFA in this case. "I would hope that the Messi chapter isn't over.

Lionel Messi returning to Barcelona remains a distinct possibility in the eyes of Joan Laporta, with the Blaugrana president claiming that the Argentine's ...

“Morally, as the president of Barcelona, I think I did what needed to be done. Lionel Messi returning to Barcelona remains a distinct possibility in the eyes of Joan Laporta, with the Blaugrana president claiming that the Argentine’s historic “chapter” at Camp Nou is not yet finished. “I don't believe Messi's chapter at Barcelona is over.

Xavi spoke on Frenkie De Jong's situation last night, after playing the player at centre-back. Barcelona have been asking Frenkie De Jong to leave the club ...

Various reports from Spain in recent weeks have spoke of Barcelona's need to get rid of Frenkie De Jong this summer. Xavi spoke on Frenkie De Jong's situation last night, after playing the player at centre-back. Frenkie De Jong is insisting he will not leave Barcelona this summer, but many feel the player is maintaining that stance to force Barcelona to pay the £17million in deferred wages they owe the player.

Barcelona have received offers for Frenkie de Jong, club president Joan Laporta has confirmed, but no deal has been done for the Dutch midfielder amid ...

We want that the centre-back distributes the ball and he does it very well.” We need to clarify some aspects of his situation.” For now, La Liga giants continue to embrace the Netherlands international’s presence in their plans.

The Italian journalist is now reporting that Barcelona are now preparing their opening bid to submit to Sevilla for the signing of the 23-year-old defender.

Romano has now claimed that he has learned from Sevilla sources that they are only in talks with Chelsea at the moment and have the Blues’ £55 million on the table, which is still very much valid. Once they lodge an official offer, things are expected to speed up and a resolution on the matter will be reached. There have been a lot of contrasting reports emerging on the situation.

Barcelona manager Xavi has claimed Frenkie de Jong will be used as a central defender if he does not join Manchester United this summer.

We like him very much," Laporta explained to ESPN per The Athletic. "He has some offers but at the moment we didn't accept the offers because we want to talk to him to know exactly what he wants." Both of de Jong's pre-season appearances have been off the bench as a defender and Xavi thinks the Netherlands international has all the tools needed to play at the back.

Xavi Hernandez and FC Barcelona have asked Frenkie de Jong to take a hefty paycut in order to stay at the club.

In order to continue plying his trade for the La Liga giants, it has been suggested that De Jong must slash his take home pay "by almost half", and AS also say that De Jong was "receptive to making an economic effort to facilitate the registration of new reinforcements" such as Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski. In the meeting, from which Xavi and De Jong are both said to have left "satisfied", Xavi apparently told his charge that he counts on him for next season and that he has a future on his watch if prepared to operate in other areas of the pitch and take a considerable pay cut. Ever the model professional, De Jong has done what has been asked of him by first team coach Xavi on the field and has filled in at center back in two victories over Inter Miami and Real Madrid in recent days.

ules Kounde has moved closer to the exit door as his most recent decision indicates an imminent departure from Sevilla amid Chelsea and Barcelona interest.

Earlier this week, it looked as though the Blues had filled that spot, with the transfer saga surrounding Kounde reportedly over, with Chelsea ‘winning the race’ for the defender. Nathan Ake and Matthijs de Ligt looked to be the frontrunners earlier this window, but with Ake likely to stay in Manchester and De Ligt completing a move to Bayern Munich, Chelsea have to look elsewhere. Thomas Tuchel has looked to rebuild and better his defence for the upcoming campaign, with the first step being the signing of Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli.

Lionel Messi's 21-year association with Barcelona ended last August, but president Joan Laporta has left the door open for a future return.

"But also as president of Barca and on a personal level, I think I owe him." "Do I feel indebted to him? "But it had to happen one day.

As Barcelona edged past Real Madrid 1-0 on Saturday in Las Vegas, their club president Joan Laporta turned plenty of heads as he brought up Lionel Messi.

"There was a reality and we collided with that reality and we had to make that decision." Laporta admitted in March 2022 that the decision to part ways wasn't an easy one but it was in the best interest of Barcelona at the time. "I think it is our responsibility to ensure that this chapter, which is still open and has not been closed, has a moment in which it can be done as it should have been done and that it has a much more splendid one than what it was."

Messi ended his 21-year spell at Barca when the club could not afford to renew his contract last summer, with the forward subsequently joining Paris Saint- ...

"Additionally, the clubs have reached a point where we have to come up with rules that allow us to compete with state-owned clubs whose resources don't come from football but through other industries, so they distort European football and make all this unsustainable. That's where it can be the most attractive competition in the world if we do it right, and I'm sure we're going to do it right because the law protects us. "We're open to discussion, but what it is going to be is a competition where the clubs will be able to exercise their power to make their own decisions. But also as president of Barca, and on a personal level, I think I owe him," he added. We're also going to respect the state bodies in Europe, UEFA in this case. "I would hope that the Messi chapter isn't over.

Robert Lewandowski made his Barca debut on Saturday night, in of all games a Clasico against rivals Real Madrid at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

"He went deep many times, so we are talking about top player in the world." Lewandowski was credited with four shots but didn't convert on any. In the 11th minute, Lewandowski made a run down the right side and fired a shot at Real Madrid keeper Thibaut Courtois who made the save.

Barcelona have beat out Chelsea on the transfer of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde. Transfer Talk has the latest.

- PSG are looking to complete two transfers by next week, according to L'Equipe. The Ligue 1 side are already close to completing a five-year deal for RB Leipzig's Nordi Mukiele, with the 24-year-old defender reportedly coming to an agreement on personal terms. This decision was reportedly influenced by new manager Erik ten Hag, who regards Maguire as a key figure in the dressing room for the Red Devils. Eintracht Frankfurt's Filip Kostic is considering a West Ham United switch, according to Bild. The 29-year-old, who registered 15 assists and seven goals in 42 appearances last season, is yet to respond to the Bundesliga side's offer of a three-year contract extension. Juventus have offered Liverpool £20 million for Roberto Firmino, as per Ekrem Konur. The 30-year-old is in the final year of his contract with the Reds, and he has previously expressed no desire to leave Anfield this summer. The Serie A side initially looked to achieve this through the transfer of Milan Skriniar, but his exit has stalled with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly unwilling to match the 27-year-old's €80m price tag. Chelsea could reignite their interest in Dumfries, as they previously enquired about him during negotiations for Romelu Lukaku.

Barcelona have beat out Chelsea on the transfer of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde. Transfer Talk has the latest.

- PSG are looking to complete two transfers by next week, according to L'Equipe. The Ligue 1 side are already close to completing a five-year deal for RB Leipzig's Nordi Mukiele, with the 24-year-old defender reportedly coming to an agreement on personal terms. This decision was reportedly influenced by new manager Erik ten Hag, who regards Maguire as a key figure in the dressing room for the Red Devils. Eintracht Frankfurt's Filip Kostic is considering a West Ham United switch, according to Bild. The 29-year-old, who registered 15 assists and seven goals in 42 appearances last season, is yet to respond to the Bundesliga side's offer of a three-year contract extension. Juventus have offered Liverpool £20 million for Roberto Firmino, as per Ekrem Konur. The 30-year-old is in the final year of his contract with the Reds, and he has previously expressed no desire to leave Anfield this summer. The Serie A side initially looked to achieve this through the transfer of Milan Skriniar, but his exit has stalled with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly unwilling to match the 27-year-old's €80m price tag. Chelsea could reignite their interest in Dumfries, as they previously enquired about him during negotiations for Romelu Lukaku.

The Barça coach believes the return of Messi is the key to the club's success in the years to come, both from a sporting and a financial perspective.

Xavi believes the forward can financially help the club due to his global image which will further enhance the Barça brand. potentially paving the way for Barça to sanction his return on a free transfer. Xavi shares a close relationship with Messi, having shared the pitch together for a chunk of his professional career.

After plenty of rumours and talks, Robert Lewandowski officially joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich on July 20.

"I am very happy. After spending the past 12 years in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, Lewandowski was keen to join a club that provided him with a new challenge. Lewandowski was entering the final year of his contract with Bayern and was eager to move on with the Bundesliga club reportedly reluctant to offer him a long-term contract.