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Friday, Apr 3

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Barcelona add former player to shortlist of Marcus Rashford alternatives

As well as signing a centre-back and striker, Barcelona must also address the situation with Marcus Rashford this summer. The Manchester United loanee is increasingly unlikely to sign on permanently at the Spotify Camp Nou, and if a new…

Tuesday, Mar 31

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Barcelona alternative to Marcus Rashford up for sale for €20m this summer

While the international break tends to lend itself to transfer stories, the big talking point in Barcelona appears to be Marcus Rashford. A couple of months ago it seemed certain that the Catalan side would exercise their €30m buy option…

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‘I would not have sacked Enzo Maresca’ – Marc Cucurella criticises Chelsea management, signings

Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella has been blunt and honest about his opinions on the handling of the club while on Spain duty. The 27-year-old made the comments shortly before admitting that he has thought about returning to La Liga in the…

Monday, Mar 30

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Marcus Rashford yet to convince Barcelona to make transfer permanent this summer

Barcelona are yet to be convinced to make Marcus Rashford’s move from Manchester United permanent. Earlier in the season it was being talked about as a probable outcome, but now his future seems less certain. Rashford started off the…

Thursday, Mar 26

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Atletico Madrid prepare lucrative Julian Alvarez contract offer as efforts made to ward off Barcelona interest

Barcelona continue to have Julian Alvarez as their leading striker target for the upcoming summer transfer window. However, Atletico Madrid have made it clear that they have no plans to sell the Argentina international, although that in…

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Barcelona star goes public with grievances – “I deserve to play more”

Hansi Flick has installed a very good culture in the Barcelona dressing room, although some cracks have started to show. The latest involves Roony Bardghji, who has had a tough first season at the Spotify Camp Nou. Bardghji joined last…

Manchester United enquire about defender after Barcelona open door to exit

Barcelona are sure to be busy during this summer’s transfer window, as they seek to reinforce Hansi Flick’s squad ahead of the 2026-27 season. The plan is for numerous signings to be made, but these could be offset by significant…

Rodri Hernandez opens door to Real Madrid move – “You can’t give up playing for the best clubs”

Real Madrid have drawn up plans to sign a new defensive midfielder during the upcoming summer transfer window. A number of options have already been considered by the club’s sporting department, with the most notable of those being…

Wednesday, Mar 25

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Real Madrid breathe sigh of relief as Competition Committee rule on Fede Valverde red card

Real Madrid may have won the Madrid derby on Sunday, but they have lost Fede Valverde to suspension on the back of it. The Uruguayan midfielder was sent off at the Bernabeu after a strong challenge on Atletico Madrid’s Alex Baena, meaning…

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La Liga star leaves door open for Barcelona move – “I’ve heard something”

In recent weeks, Barcelona have been linked with signing a new goalkeeper during this summer’s transfer window. Marc-Andre ter Stegen is projected to leave if an opportunity presents itself, while Wojciech Szczesny may choose 2026 as the…

Vinicius Junior gives verdict on Antoine Griezmann’s MLS move, reaffirms desire for Real Madrid stay

Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Antoine Griezmann will leave Atletico Madrid at the end of the season to join Orlando City. The 35-year-old, whose end-of-career dream has been to play in the United States, becomes the latest big…

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Atletico Madrid losing interest in Tottenham Hotspur defender

Atletico Madrid are poised to have another big-spending summer transfer window in 2026, with multiple areas in Diego Simeone’s squad needing to be addressed. One of those is central defence, where there could be several exits. Jose Maria…

Barcelona star declares Spain favourites for 2026 World Cup

Spain are preparing for the final international break of the 2025-26 season, which has already been full of drama. La Roja had been due to face Argentina in La Finalissima this weekend, but due to being unable to agree a venue, the…

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Controversial ex-Barcelona president breaks silence to answer critics, reacts to Joan Laporta re-election

When Barcelona fans think of the name Josep Maria Bartomeu, there are generally not many happy memories evoked. The final years of his tenure were very difficult for the club, who are still in the process of recovering. Bartomeu resigned…

Barcelona identify €75m alternative to Julian Alvarez

Barcelona intend to sign a new striker this summer, with it looking increasingly like that one of their number nines will leave when the transfer window opens. At this stage, Julian Alvarez is their leading target, although a deal with…

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Son of Cristiano Ronaldo poised to sign for Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo spent nine very successful seasons at the Bernabeu, and soon, his son could follow in his footsteps by signing for Real Madrid. 15-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo Jr is currently in the youth academy of Al-Nassr, whom his…

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Barcelona star absolves Hansi Flick of any blame for long-term injury

In recent weeks, the topic of Hansi Flick’s future as Barcelona manager has been speculation upon intensively. Joan Laporta confirms plans for the German, whose current deal ends in 2027, to be offered the chance to sign a contract…

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Atletico Madrid add Villarreal star to transfer shortlist ahead of summer

Last summer, Atletico Madrid prised Alex Baena away from Villarreal, and they are ready to raid La Ceramica again in 2026. On this occasion, they are eyeing one of the rising stars of the 2025-26 season, as they seek to continue improving…

Barcelona prepared to sanction summer exit for 16-goal forward

It promises to be a busy 2026 summer transfer window for Barcelona, who are hoping to make several big signings ahead of next season. On the other hand, there could also exits, which could help facilitate the arrivals deemed necessary to…

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Barcelona start work on summer deal for Serie A superstar

Barcelona have started making preparations for the summer transfer window, now that the hierarchy situation has been cleared up. Sporting director Deco will be tasked with bringing in a a number of new faces, and among the most pressing is…

Real Madrid accused of malpractice with Kylian Mbappe – “They examined the wrong knee”

Prior to the international break, Kylian Mbappe returned to action with Real Madrid after three weeks out. The French forward had been struggling with a knee issue for a couple of months, and he was forced to stop on a couple on occasions…

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Barcelona stance on Ronald Araujo exit amid Liverpool interest

Over the course of the season, there has been continued speculation regarding the future of Ronald Araujo at Barcelona. The Uruguayan defender has struggled for prominence, which is why he has been linked with a move away from the Spotify…

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Referee’s Committee rule on Fede Valverde red card, snub Atletico Madrid complaints

Real Madrid may have won the Madrid derby on Sunday, but they will need to do without Fede Valverde for a little while after he was sent off in the closing stages at the Bernabeu. The Uruguayan midfielder was adjudged to have committed…

Barcelona teammate could facilitate Joao Cancelo transfer

Barcelona have made clear their desire to sign Joao Cancelo on a permanent basis during this summer’s transfer window. Hansi Flick has already signed off, with the head coach having been very impressed with the impact made by the…

Chelsea star addresses Real Madrid speculation – “God willing”

Real Madrid have plans to sign a new midfielder this summer, as they seek to finally replace the voids left by Toni Kroos and Luka Modric’s exits in 2024 and 2025 respectively. They’ve been strongly linked with Enzo Fernandez in recent…

Tuesday, Mar 24

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COLUMN: Inimitable, chameleonic, irreplaceable – Antoine Griezmann’s legacy at Atletico Madrid

Round 29 of La Liga had a little something for everyone. It saw the largest comeback in a league game for 21 years, while a historic club inched ever closer to the abyss. It is “as you were” in the race for fifth place as Spain zeroes in…

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Real Madrid end doubts over future of star name

Real Madrid secured a crucial victory over Atletico Madrid in their derby clash on Sunday night. Beyond its importance for the remainder of the Liga title race, it was a win that cemented a number of things in the minds of the players and…

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Key Barcelona midfielder at risk of missing Atletico Madrid clashes

Barcelona may be without key midfielder Frenkie de Jong for their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou. The Dutchman sustained a hamstring injury in late February, and was expected to be back after…

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New favourite moves ahead of Andoni Iraola in bid to take over at Athletic Club

The hotseat in Bilbao is a unique one, and for the first time in seven years, could be occupied by a non-Spanish manager. With Ernesto Valverde announcing his departure from Athletic Club at the end of the season, Los Leones are currently…

Marcus Rashford left off list of three players Barcelona are keen to sign

Speculation continues to grow that Barcelona will not exercise their buy option on Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford. The Blaugrana are looking to strengthen their forward line in the summer, but with uncertainty over how much of a…