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Muriqi emerges as Barca's Plan B to Alvarez

Barcelona has finalised its summer frontline strategy, focusing on a specific La Liga profile. While Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez remains the blockbuster priority, the sporting department is actively evaluating heavyweight alternatives should the deal collapse. Mallorca’s Vedat Muriqi has now emerged as the primary candidate to fill the void, offering the physical presence and elite experience the club currently seeks.

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Ajax eye audacious move for Real Madrid's Ceballos

Ajax are preparing an ambitious swoop for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos this summer. Led by sporting director Jordi Cruyff, the Dutch giants view the 29-year-old Spain international as the perfect experienced leader to help the club reclaim their Eredivisie crown. Ceballos has struggled for minutes in Spain, making this transfer window crucial for his future.

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Barcelona contact Atletico star as potential Lewandowski successor

Barcelona have reportedly initiated contact with Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sorloth as Hansi Flick seeks a long-term successor for Robert Lewandowski. With the veteran Polish forward currently reconsidering his future ahead of his 38th birthday, the Spanish league leaders have identified the Norwegian international as a physically imposing and financially viable alternative.

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Lewandowski to Liverpool? Slot told to move for Barca striker

Arne Slot has been urged to consider a sensational move for Barcelona’s veteran striker Robert Lewandowski to address a growing crisis in the Liverpool frontline. Following a devastating long-term injury to Hugo Ekitike, former Reds midfielder Joe Cole believes the 37-year-old Pole could be the perfect candidate to provide vital goalscoring cover.

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Paz rejects Inter links and discusses Madrid return

Nico Paz has poured cold water on reports linking him with a blockbuster move to Inter and discussed the possibility of his return to Real Madrid. The Argentine playmaker insisted his focus remains entirely on Como as they prepare for a historic cup showdown at San Siro.

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Mbappe 'had nightmares' after PSG won UCL without him

France legend Marcel Desailly has told GOAL that Kylian Mbappe will have “had nightmares” about Paris Saint-Germain winning the Champions League without him and Ousmane Dembele landing the Ballon d’Or. Mbappe headed to Real Madrid in a bid to collect those honours, but has been warned that a trophy drought in Spain could last up to four years.

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Real Madrid slammed for 'stupid' reaction to Camavinga red card

Wesley Sneijder has launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid's players following their explosive Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich. The former Bernabeu midfielder criticised the squad's decision to target the referee instead of holding Eduardo Camavinga accountable for his "stupid" dismissal during the quarter-final second leg.

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Gueye refuses to return Senegal's AFCON medals

Pape Gueye has hit back at Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the governing body's decision to strip Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations title. The midfielder insists the squad have no intention of returning their winners' medals while the case is appealed.

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World Cup winner tells Yamal he's 'far from being one of the best'

Barcelona’s Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid has sparked a wave of internal reflection and external criticism, but few voices have been as loud as Christophe Dugarry's. The former France international has launched an extraordinary attack on teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, questioning both his quality and his temperament.

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Klopp & Poch top of Real Madrid's wishlist if Arbeloa is sacked

Real Madrid have reportedly identified Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino as their primary targets should they decide to move on from Alvaro Arbeloa. The Spanish giants are reeling from a disappointing Champions League exit and a significant deficit in the domestic title race, with pressure building on Arbeloa with each passing game.

Arsenal FC v Sporting Clube de Portugal - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg

Zubimendi admits Real Madrid transfer links 'not a bad thing'

Martín Zubimendi has dismissed ongoing rumours linking him with a move to Real Madrid, insisting his focus is entirely on securing silverware with Arsenal. The midfielder, who arrived at the Emirates from Real Sociedad for £61 million ($83m) last summer, says he is "very happy" in London as the Gunners prepare for a Champions League semi-final and a decisive Premier League run-in.

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Barca star rushed to hospital after bloody injury

Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez was rushed to hospital for emergency stitches after suffering a severe lip injury during his side's Champions League elimination against Atletico Madrid. Fermin sustained the facial blow following a collision with goalkeeper Juan Musso, an incident that has sparked significant controversy despite the goalkeeper's explanation.

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Barca and Man City battle for 16-year-old Palmeiras star

Barcelona have entered a high-stakes transfer battle against Manchester City to sign Palmeiras' 16-year-old attacking midfielder, Eduardo Conceicao. Determined to secure Brazil's latest wonderkid, the Catalan giants are intensifying negotiations to avoid repeating past mistakes of missing out on elite South American talents like Endrick and Estevao Willian to rival European clubs.

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Laporta slams 'disgraceful' refereeing in Atleti game

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has launched a scathing attack on the officiating following his side's Champions League quarter-final exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid. The club chief labelled the performances of the referee and VAR in the second leg a "disgrace" and confirmed that the Catalan giants will be lodging another formal complaint with UEFA.

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Yamal issues defiant response after Barca's UCL exit

Lamine Yamal has been left heartbroken after Barcelona's European exit but has vowed to return the club to the top of the continent. The Liga leaders were dumped out of the quarter-finals of the Champions League by Atletico Madrid, and Yamal has taken to Instagram after the game to explain that the loss was part of the "road" that the club are on in their quest for trophies.

Frequently asked questions

Aside from the UEFA Europa League final, you cannot buy tickets for Europa League matches directly through UEFA themselves. Instead, they are sold club-by-club among the teams competing in this year's edition. You must visit the individual club’s website for the fixture you want to attend and buy your seat from there. Capacity is always limited for these Europa League knockout matches and demand often exceeds available allocation.

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The 2025 Europa League final will take place at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, Spain on Wednesday, March 21. The stadium, which opened in 2013 and replaced the old San Mames venue, is home to Athletic Club Bilbao and has a capacity in excess of 50,000. Last year it staged the UEFA Women's Champions League final, with Barcelona beating Lyon 2-0.

The 2025 Europa League winners will gain a place in the league phase of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League, if they have not qualified via their domestic competition. They will also earn the right to play against the winners of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League in the 2025 UEFA Super Cup.