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Barcelona eye Inter star amid uncertainty over Balde's future

Barcelona are already laying the groundwork for a massive summer transfer window, with Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni emerging as the priority target for sporting director Deco. To facilitate such a high-profile move, the Catalan giants are reportedly considering the sale of Alejandro Balde. While Balde’s current contract at the Spotify Camp Nou runs until 2028, the club's management sees his transfer as a strategic opportunity to generate funds.

Inter: Bastoni is captivated by Barcelona – he is Deco’s top target

The latest rumours regarding the future of the Nerazzurri centre-back, who is a target for the Blaugrana club.

'He lied to our faces' - Laporta slams Fernandez agent over PSG move

Joan Laporta has launched a scathing attack on the representative of Dro Fernandez following the teenager's move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain. He feels personally let down by the manner in which the €8 million deal was orchestrated behind the club's back.

Who is Gustavo Zabarelli: São Paulo’s ‘new Kaká’ who has caught the eye of Milan and Inter

There’s interest in the young player from the Brazilian youth academy – let’s find out who he is.

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Good news for Barca! Yamal overcomes illness ahead of La Liga clash

Hansi Flick has been handed a double fitness boost ahead of Sunday's clash with Sevilla. Both Lamine Yamal and Eric Garcia have returned to full team training following recent health and injury concerns.

An agent as an advantage? Barça reportedly keen on Chelsea star

Pedro Neto of Chelsea FC appears to have caught the eye of FC Barcelona. He could fill several positions in the attack.

'You have no shame' - Barca presidential feud erupts over Haaland claims

Joan Laporta has hit out at presidential rival Victor Font for claiming he could sign Erling Haaland for Barcelona. The incumbent president accused Font of lying after the Manchester City striker's representative denied any contact with the Catalan club.

"Great admiration": Haaland's agent comments on the Barcelona rumour

Victor Font wants to become the new president of FC Barcelona and sign Erling Haaland. Now the striker’s agent has responded.

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Laporta slams rival for 'exploiting' Messi’s name in election debate

The race for the Barcelona presidency has reached a fever pitch following a volatile televised debate between incumbent Joan Laporta and challenger Victor Font. Tensions were ignited by bombshell claims from former manager Xavi Hernandez, who alleged that Laporta personally blocked a sensational return for Lionel Messi in 2023. With Sunday's election looming, the two candidates have clashed over whether the Argentine icon represents the club's glorious past or a missed opportunity for its future.

Barca plot swoop for Chelsea star using Mendes connection

Barcelona have identified Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a primary target to bolster Hansi Flick’s attacking options ahead of the summer transfer window. The Portuguese international’s versatility and explosive pace have earned him high praise from the Catalan club’s scouting department. While no formal approach has been made, Barca hope their close relationship with super-agent Jorge Mendes could prove decisive in navigating a potential deal.

Concern for Barca as Yamal misses training after Newcastle draw

Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal missed training on Thursday, sparking concerns ahead of Sunday’s La Liga clash with Sevilla. The 18-year-old, who rescued a 1-1 draw for Barca against Newcastle in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie on Tuesday night, is said to be struggling with illness.

Sticks on Barcelona's list for the summer: when it applies to Inter

The Nerazzurri centre-back is on the Spanish club's list for the summer, Marotta and Ausilio set the price

Barcelona interested in Haaland, meeting with Manchester City? Agent denies rumours

The most significant move in the race for the Barcelona presidency was made by Victor Font, who contacted Manchester City directly to bring Erling Haaland to the Blaugrana.

Haaland's agent responds to transfer claim from Barca presidential candidate

Erling Haaland's agent Rafaela Pimenta has responded to Victor Font's claim that Barcelona are "working on" a potential transfer deal for the Manchester City striker. Font, who is currently running against Joan Laporta for the Barcelona presidency, has suggested that Haaland could be lured away from the Etihad Stadium, but Pimenta has sought to quash any speculation over his future.

Valverde & the 20 players in L'Equipe's exclusive 10/10 club

Within a Real Madrid squad that is packed full of Galacticos, Fede Valverde is rarely singled out for what he offers to Los Blancos despite his obvious importance to the team. On Wednesday, though, he was able to hog the limelight after his stunning first-half hat-trick saw off Manchester City in the Champions League. His performance also earned him the rarest of plaudits: A 10/10 rating from L'Equipe.

UCL Power Rankings: Euro giants send message to EPL flops

Despite the painfully protracted league phase running through the first five months of the season and the play-off round providing some drama, for many the Champions League doesn't truly begin until the last 16 gets underway. And after a wild week of first legs around Europe, the picture when it comes to potential winners of the tournament has been shaken up massively.

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Juventus makes a move for Lewandowski

A survey with the player's entourage to understand his chances of joining Juventus: a difficult path

Rakitic insists Messi 'deserves' proper Barcelona tribute

Former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has called for the club to finally honour Lionel Messi with a fitting tribute, while expressing his hope that the Argentine superstar continues his career at the highest level for "a few more years". Speaking on his 38th birthday, the Croatian reflected on the impact his former team-mate has had on the sport, noting that Messi's influence transcends club rivalries and borders.

Howe praises 'outstanding' Newcastle after 'soft' last-gasp Barca penalty

Eddie Howe whisked away the frustration of a "soft" late equaliser to focus on what he described as an "outstanding" Newcastle United performance against Barcelona. St James' Park was rocking as the Magpies went toe-to-toe with the Catalan giants, only to be denied a first-leg advantage by a controversial late penalty that leaves the Champions League round of 16 tie on a knife-edge heading into the second leg at Camp Nou.

Barcelona & Arsenal target Alvarez makes shock transfer admission

Julian Alvarez has sent shockwaves through the Metropolitano by admitting he is unsure if he will still be an Atletico Madrid player next season, amid links with Barcelona and Arsenal. Despite the club's efforts to dampen exit talk, the Argentina international declined to give a definitive answer regarding his future following a standout performance against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League.

Ex-Barca director backs Xavi in Messi return row

The controversy surrounding Lionel Messi's failed return to Barcelona in 2023 has not yet died down. Former sporting director Mateu Alemany has publicly supported Xavi Hernandez's explosive claims that the club had league approval to re-sign the Argentine star. This directly contradicts the official narrative from incumbent president Joan Laporta and La Liga chief Javier Tebas ahead of the elections.

Last-gasp Yamal earns Barca a draw they barely deserved

Lamine Yamal kept his cool to convert a penalty with the last kick of the game to earn Barcelona an undeserved 1-1 draw with Newcastle in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at St. James' Park on Tuesday. The Blaugrana's teenage sensation had, just like the rest of his team-mates, performed poorly on Tyneside and could have had no complaints had another winger, Harvey Barnes, proven the match-winner.

Lewandowski 'not even 50% sure' on next move as Barca exit nears

Robert Lewandowski has opened up on his future at Barcelona as his current contract at Camp Nou nears its expiry date, sparking intense speculation across the footballing world. The veteran striker, who arrived in 2022 and quickly became the focal point of the Blaugrana attack, finds himself at a crossroads. Despite his status as a club leader, a recent dip in form and the emergence of younger talents have left his role under Hansi Flick looking increasingly vulnerable.

Font urges Messi to 'explain the truth' about failed Barca return

Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font has challenged Lionel Messi to reveal the "truth" about his failed return to the club in 2023. With the election just days away, Font has claimed members are being misled by Joan Laporta’s "smokescreen" regarding the club’s greatest icon, on the back of explosive comments from former manager Xavi.

'Same level as Yamal' - Flick makes big claim about Barca academy graduate

Hansi Flick has hailed teenage defender Pau Cubarsi, claiming his development mirrors that of Lamine Yamal. The Barcelona boss believes the 19-year-old is ready for the highest level ahead of the club's crunch Champions League last-16 tie against Newcastle.

Laporta levels new accusations at Real amid Negreira case scrutiny on Barca

Joan Laporta has launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid as he runs for a third term as Barcelona president, accusing them of controlling Spanish refereeing for over seven decades. Amid ongoing scrutiny over the Negreira case, Laporta claims Barca are the victims of a calculated smear campaign orchestrated from the capital.

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: Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.
: Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.
: Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.
: Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.
: Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.
: Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.
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: Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.

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