- Barca to work on more renewals
- Christensen unlikely to extend stay with Catalans
- Garcia to be rewarded for increased importance
Getty Images SportAndreas Christensen in for free transfer as Barcelona prioritise young defender's contract extension over ex-Chelsea star
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✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
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✅ Allows you to record matches with unlimited Cloud DVR storage and stream up to four channels simultaneously on compatible TV devices.
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DirecTV
✅ Carries local ABC stations and the main ESPN linear networks for marquee, nationally televised LaLiga fixtures without requiring an antenna.
✅ Offers ESPN Deportes either via the dedicated Spanish-first tiers (such as Óptimo Más) or as an add-on, giving you live TV commentary and dedicated studio coverage.
✅ Includes unlimited Cloud DVR storage and allows simultaneous streaming on unlimited compatible devices connected to your home network.
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ESPN+
✅ Streams all 380 LaLiga fixtures throughout the season in both English and Spanish, including every El Clásico fixture.
✅ Provides full match replays, extended highlights, and Spanish football studio shows (such as LaLiga Confidential and ESPN FC) accessible whenever you want.
✅ Bundles Spanish top-flight football alongside extensive European and domestic action, including the German Bundesliga, Copa del Rey, and FA Cup.
Monthly from$11.99
Ultimate Sports Bundle
Fubo
✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
✅ Includes local ABC stations and main ESPN channels for the high-profile marquee matches that are simulcast over traditional television.
✅ Allows you to record matches with unlimited Cloud DVR storage and stream up to four channels simultaneously on compatible TV devices.
Monthly from$32.99
Cable Replacement
DirecTV
✅ Carries local ABC stations and the main ESPN linear networks for marquee, nationally televised LaLiga fixtures without requiring an antenna.
✅ Offers ESPN Deportes either via the dedicated Spanish-first tiers (such as Óptimo Más) or as an add-on, giving you live TV commentary and dedicated studio coverage.
✅ Includes unlimited Cloud DVR storage and allows simultaneous streaming on unlimited compatible devices connected to your home network.
Monthly from$74.99
Total Coverage
ESPN+
✅ Streams all 380 LaLiga fixtures throughout the season in both English and Spanish, including every El Clásico fixture.
✅ Provides full match replays, extended highlights, and Spanish football studio shows (such as LaLiga Confidential and ESPN FC) accessible whenever you want.
✅ Bundles Spanish top-flight football alongside extensive European and domestic action, including the German Bundesliga, Copa del Rey, and FA Cup.
Monthly from$11.99
Ultimate Sports Bundle
Fubo
✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
✅ Includes local ABC stations and main ESPN channels for the high-profile marquee matches that are simulcast over traditional television.
✅ Allows you to record matches with unlimited Cloud DVR storage and stream up to four channels simultaneously on compatible TV devices.
Monthly from$32.99
AFPTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Injuries have played a big role in hampering Christensen's progress in Catalunya. Since joining from Chelsea in 2022, the 29-year-old has only managed 82 appearances. In fact, he played just six games in the entirety of the 2024-25 season as he underwent surgery as well as cellular regenerative therapy following a tendon injury. With his contract expiring in 2026, Barca were prepared to part ways with the defender earlier this summer, despite the player's wish to continue at the club. Inigo Martinez's shock departure to Saudi Arabia resulted in Christensen staying put for the 2025-26 season, but the report adds that it's unlikely to see him don the Blaugrana colours in the 2026-27 season and beyond.
Getty Images SportWHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?
Barcelona have already secured the long-term futures of several key players such as Pedri, Lamine Yamal and Jules Kounde. They are also expected to wrap up Frenkie de Jong's extension. With the season having just started, the focus will be on running hot on the heels of league leaders Real Madrid, who hold a two-point lead atop the table after Barca could only salvage a point against Rayo Vallecano last weekend. They will next face Valencia on September 14 before kicking off their Champions League campaign against Newcastle United four days later.
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