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'It hurts to leave' - Marques pens Barca farewell after €12m Braga transfer

Barcelona academy graduate Tommy Marques has completed a permanent transfer to Portuguese side SC Braga in a deal worth nearly €12 million. The 19-year-old midfielder departs the Catalan giants after more than a decade at the club, seeking regular first-team opportunities following a lack of pathway under manager Hansi Flick.

Braga agree €10m deal with Barcelona for Tommy Marques

Braga have reached a €10m agreement with Barcelona to secure teenage midfielder Tommy Marques as the Portuguese club continue their ambitious preparations for the new season. The La Masia graduate departs Catalonia in search of regular first-team opportunities after finding his pathway to Hansi Flick's starting eleven blocked by senior competition.

Newcastle complete £25.7m deal for Braga goalkeeper Hornicek

Newcastle United have completed the £25.7m signing of Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga to strengthen their options between the posts. The 24-year-old international has agreed a five-year contract at St James' Park after the club triggered his release clause, joining up with the squad during their pre-season training camp in Spain.

Hornicek completes medical ahead as fifth Newcastle summer signing

Newcastle United are on the verge of officially confirming their fifth major signing of the summer transfer window after highly-rated goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek completed his medical in Spain. The Czech Republic international travelled to La Manga to finalise a £25.7m move from Sporting Braga, adding significant depth to the squad during a period of major structural transitions at the club.

Kompany hails Freiburg after UEL achievement

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has offered a glowing assessment of Freiburg following their historic progression to the Europa League final. Despite his own side’s recent disappointment in European competition, the Belgian tactician insisted that their rivals represent a blueprint for success in the modern game.