Barcelona

2022 - 7 - 24

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Real Madrid vs. Barcelona live stream: El Clasico prediction, how to ... (CBSSports.com)

This edition of El Clasico might be in the preseason, but when Barca and Real Madrid meet its always a huge affair.

Seeing how Barcelona attack the game will be important as Xavi is figuring out his rotations for both the league and Champions Leauge. Real Madrid: It's hard to see how Real Madrid will attack this game. The amount of turnover in Barcelona makes this an important preseason which is why this edition of El Clasico means something even if points and trophies aren't on the line.

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Chelsea face 'anxious hours' as Barcelona try to hijack Jules ... (talkSPORT.com)

The future of Chelsea and Barcelona target Jules Kounde remains up in the air amid conflicting reports over his future on Saturday.After claims emerge.

Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Bet £10 & Get £50 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. “That might still happen, but there are unconfirmed reports in Spain that Barcelona have been working to the midnight hour to put in a rival bid to Sevilla. “A fee was agreed midweek with Sevilla, £55m and a five-year contract was on the table. “The deal is 99% closed, unless there is a cataclysm in the next few hours, the Sevilla centre-back will be a Barca player.”

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Real Madrid vs Barcelona Live Streaming: When and where to ... (The Indian Express)

Real Madrid vs Barcelona, El Clasico Live Football Streaming: The preseason match between Real Madrid vs Barcelona will be played at Allegiant Stadium in ...

The preseason friendly match between Real Madrid vs Barcelona will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Network. Where is the preseason friendly match between Real Madrid vs Barcelona? The biggest one thus far as been Robert Lewandowski who Barcelona snapped up from Bayern Munich along with Franck Kessie, Raphinha and Andreas Christensen. Frenkie De Jong will probably be the only player who will miss out due to his transfer situation.

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The four parties responsible for Kounde's move to Barcelona (Barca Universal)

Gerard Romero had reported earlier that the Catalans have reached an agreement with Sevilla over the transfer fee whilst also hinting that move could be ...

However, despite Navarro’s strong links with Barça, Sevilla would ideally prefer Kounde to join Chelsea, as the Premier League giants are willing to table a much better offer. Romero claims Navarro had spoken to Xavi and Alemany for weeks about the prospect of selling Kounde to the Catalonian outfit, and his influence in the deal cannot be understated. Navarro is a native of Barcelona. He was even a member of the club’s youth setup and had featured in 35 competitive matches for the Catalans, before leaving in 2006.

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Atletico Madrid offer PSG the chance to sign on-loan 31-year-old ... (Barca Universal)

The Azulgranas signed Griezmann on a loan deal from FC Barcelona for a two-year period. The Frenchman has been far from his ecstatic best ever since he joined ...

The wage bill limit has been a noted problem for the majority of the clubs in La Liga, just like Atleti and Barcelona. Atleti would be looking to send Greizmann packing if possible as Diego Simeone likes the prospect of Ronaldo at Atleti. However, the Frenchman, just as it was at Barça, has been nothing but a shell of his successful past.

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Barcelona vs Real Madrid live score, updates, highlights & lineups ... (Sporting News)

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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Barcelona vs Real Madrid live score, updates, highlights & lineups ... (Sporting News AU)

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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Barcelona have abandoned Guardiola's DNA principles by signing ... (The Guardian)

Barça have opted to buy big instead of backing a young squad and a manager steeped in the club's values and traditions. Robert Lewandowski.

And it may be that City, having set up a Barça-style model, look to maintain that approach after Guardiola has gone – even if the financial benefits of home-produced players are less relevant to them than more traditionally funded clubs. DNA is the excuse used to give a former player of limited experience the manager’s job in the hope that because he “knows the club” he will somehow be able to conjure Guardiola-style success. Perhaps in time that coherence of approach can, as it did with Ajax, become something integral to the club’s identity. And the sort of coherence that characterised that Barcelona side is perhaps only produced by years of learning a system and playing together. But for those who actually prioritise the sport, the message seemed obvious: clubs need to be more like Barcelona. Clubs need to have a method and a philosophy, taught through their academies and then applied in the first team, easing the step up from the youth ranks. This could have been sold to fans as a three-year build, Joan Laporta putting right the mess left by his predecessor as president, Josep Bartomeu. They even have, in Xavi, a coach who was developed at their La Masia academy and embodies the club’s values.

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Aubameyang hints at Xavi using both him and Lewandowski ... (Barca Universal)

The Blaugrana have already made some fine additions to their ranks in the form of Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen and Raphinha while they also re-signed ...

“Definitely (it is a boost) he’s one of the best players I have ever played with. He was talking to all of us that we have to compete this year to win titles. “Everyone was a bit scared because we did not know if he would re-sign or not. And his presence in the squad, along with his former Borussia Dortmund teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is certain to make Barcelona’s attack prolific. We will hope we have better numbers than in the past.” With Lewandowski joining Barcelona, such a possibility could again be on the horizon for the striker.

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Robert Lewandowski Makes Barcelona Debut Wearing No.12 Jersey (Sports Illustrated)

Poland captain Lewandowski had worn the no.9 for both club and country since 2011. But upon his arrival from Bayern Munich earlier this week, he found Memphis ...

Demand for Lewandowski-printed jerseys has already been extremely high at the club's official store. Many Barca fans will be keen for Lewandowski's squad number to be confirmed as soon as possible so that they can buy a jersey with his details printed on the back. Robert Lewandowski made his Barcelona debut in Las Vegas on Saturday night with the no.12 on his back.

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LIVE Transfer Talk: Chelsea agree personal terms with Jules ... (ESPN)

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Jules Kounde, after reports suggested Barcelona hijacked the deal. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.

Nice have approached Leicester for Kasper Schmeichel after failing to secure Yann Sommer, according to L'Equipe. The 35-year-old goalkeeper is reportedly interested in a move, but only if he can part ways with the Foxes amicably after 11 years. The midfielder, who has one year left on his current deal, is tipped for a move to France, with Lyon reportedly leading interest. Bayern Munich have secured a £24.3m deal for Rennes' teenage striker Mathys Tel on a five-year contract, reports Sky Sports Germany. The Bundesliga champions had three bids rejected for the 17-year-old, before coming to an agreement with the Ligue 1 side. Juventus are looking to part ways with Adrien Rabiot this summer, and this could involve a swap deal with PSG for Leandro Paredes, as per Tuttosport. The Bianconeri are reportedly requesting a transfer fee between £12.7m to £17m for the 27-year-old, who is one of the squad's highest earners. The Portugal international is reportedly interested in a move to the Wanda Metropolitano, which would promise Champions League football next season, despite spending nine seasons with their rivals, Real Madrid. The Serie A side included the defender in negotiations with Chelsea for Romelu Lukaku, but the Blues rejected the wing-back as part of the loan deal.

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Jules Kounde 'rejects' Chelsea move as Barcelona consider transfer ... (Daily Express)

The La Liga outfit had accepted Chelsea's bid and given cash-strapped Barca an ultimatum that they must match the offer or remove themselves from the transfer ...

And it now appears that the Catalans have had their own proposal green-lighted. Once La Blaugrana made an offer, Kounde was always likely to accept personal terms. The Blues have been linked with a move for Paris Saint Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe and could incredibly hijack Manchester United’s move for Frenkie de Jong. The Red Devils have pursued De Jong all summer but the Dutchman does not appear to favour a transfer to Old Trafford. The player will now remain in the Spanish top-flight rather than move to the Premier League. A deal is now incredibly ‘closed’, according to reports, and Kounde has turned down an offer from Chelsea. The 23-year-old’s preferred destination was always Barca but he was open to joining the West Londoners if the La Liga side failed to stump up the cash required to prise him away from Sevilla. Jules Kounde has sensationally rejected Chelsea’s proposal and is ‘closer than ever’ to joining Barcelona from Sevilla, according to reports in Spain. The centre-back seemed all but set to complete a transfer to the Premier League after the Blues had a £55million bid accepted by Sevilla.

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Raphinha goal: Barcelona beat Real Madrid thanks to screamer ... (GiveMeSport)

Raphinha scored the only goal of the game as Barcelona beat Real Madrid - but what a goal.

On Tuesday, they beat Inter Miami 6-0 with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Raphinha, Ansu Fati, Gavi, Memphis Depay and Ousmane Dembele on the scoresheet. They drew 1-1 with Olot on July 13 before they made their way to the United States for their pre-season tour. Raphinha scored the only goal of the game as Barcelona beat Real Madrid in El Clasico in Las Vegas – and what a goal it was.

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Xavi speaks out after Barcelona beat Real Madrid in pre-season El ... (Barca Universal)

Manager Xavi Hernandez spoke to the media after the game and gave his verdict on the performance from Barcelona, saying: “The first half was brilliant, but the ...

We always want to win, especially against Real Madrid,” the Barça legend added. “We were the better team. While he admitted that the team had some problems in the later stages, the manager was still satisfied with the final result.

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Barcelona Claim Deserved Pre-Season Win Over Real Madrid In ... (Sports Illustrated)

Barcelona claimed pre-season bragging rights by beating rivals Real Madrid 1-0 in front of a boisterous Las Vegas crowd at Allegiant Stadium.

Courtois was the only player on either side to both start and finish the game on the pitch. Xavi Hernandez's side had six shots on target, while Real failed to register any. All eyes were on Lewandowski and it took him just 10 minutes to produce his first moment of magic as he powered past David Alaba on the halfway line, only to be denied by Real keeper Thibaut Courtois.

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Liverpool could sign £51m 'next Neymar' ahead of Barcelona in next ... (Liverpool.com)

Liverpool are being linked with a move for a Brazilian sensation. It would take a change of approach, but Barcelona and Real Madrid have proven it can be ...

There is nothing wrong, clearly, with the transfer model that Liverpool have chosen. Liverpool will also see the uptick in price should they pursue Jude Bellingham next summer as expected. Endrick has scored 170 goals in 172 youth matches so far and is expected to carry that form into senior football. Both of those moves have paid off handsomely and there are other examples too. Real Madrid are another team credited with having an interest in Endrick, with the Spanish champions having scoured the Brazilian market extensively recently. They did similarly with Neymar when he signed at the Camp Nou, tracking him and getting ahead of the competition.

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Sevilla's Jules Kounde transfer decision for Chelsea and Barcelona ... (Football.London)

All your latest Chelsea transfer rumours on Sunday with key updates on Jules Kounde, Presnel Kimpembe and Conor Gallagher.

Hopefully I can play a big part this season for Chelsea." I loved playing there last season, but I feel like I’m ready to make the step up for Chelsea this season. This has made a move to Chelsea even more unlikely this summer but all options remain on the table.

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Raphinha strikes again as Barcelona beat Real Madrid 1-0 (Yahoo Sports)

Raphinha made it two goals in two matches as Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 1-0 on Saturday in their Las Vegas Clasico.

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Barcelona vs. Real Madrid takeaways: Raphinha goal decides El ... (CBSSports.com)

It was a friendly in name only as Barcelona and Real Madrid met for El Clasico on Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd at Allegiant Stadium in Las ...

Barcelona overpowered the midfield of Camavinga and Tchouameni in the first half and Real Madrid didn't get a shot on target during the match. With Dembele being a different type of winger to Raphinha, Dest still feels like an odd man out in the lineup but he certainly will fight for his place at the club. It's clear that the match meant a little more to Xavi than Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid rolled out a more experimental lineup that was at a disadvantage to Barcelona's press. Even when Barcelona didn't score, they tested Thibaut Courtois heavily in Vegas. When Ousmane Dembele came into the match in the second half, he was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. Benzema missed the match due to starting preseason late so that he could get an extended holiday but without a recognized forward, Real Madrid struggled in attack. With both teams putting out strong sides, it was a good time for Barcelona's new-look attack to get a test after rolling over Inter Miami. Real Madrid's youthful midfield of Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni got a good test in the first half against Barcelona's top attackers.

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Barcelona set to announce Kounde signing – report (Barca Universal)

The Catalans appeared down and out in the race for the Frenchman's signing a couple of days back. However, following the activation of the second economic lever ...

Sunday morning has gotten off to a sweet start for the Cules after Barça beat Real Madrid 1-0 in their pre-season friendly. However, following the activation of the second economic lever, they were sparked into action, with director Mateu Alemany reportedly working his magic to get the deal over the line. However, for a while, it looked like Barcelona were set to miss out on Kounde after Chelsea reached an agreement with Sevilla over a €65 million deal.

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Barcelona wanted another Chelsea target after hijacking Raphinha ... (Daily Express)

BARCELONA beat Chelsea to Raphinha and are also likely to sign Jules Kounde, but lost out to the Blues in a third transfer battle.

"I’m very happy to be here with this team at Chelsea. It’s a big team in the world and my dream was always to play in the Premier League. Chelsea came first to get me in 2016 but we didn’t make it. But if a player wants a new experience at a prestigious club, in the biggest league in the world, you have to recognise what he’s given you and not put up walls.” The La Liga giants have continued to be impacted by financial problems, but have still made a number of big-money moves so far this summer.

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New boy Raphinha helps Barcelona beat Real Madrid 1-0 but ... (Daily Mail)

The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty ...

Former Bayern Munich talisman Robert Lewandowski made his first appearance for his new club, and would have found himself on the scoresheet immediately were it not for a good Thibaut Courtois save. Carlo Ancelotti will have been disappointed with his European champions, but will know that his side are capable of better, with legendary duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos starting on the bench, and Mexican side Club America will present him with a chance to put the El Classico defeat to rest. The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty box, before unleashing a precise strike.

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Real Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Player Ratings (Barca Universal)

For the second time in two matches, Barcelona got the better of arch-rivals Real Madrid on Saturday. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw ...

Moreover, he created several chances in the final ten minutes with his forward runs. Aubameyang had a relatively silent game on the night. He was at the heart of every Catalan build-up and impeccable in defence. Alba was a constant menace down the left flank in the opening half and showed why he is indispensable to Xavi’s setup. Kessie could well turn out to be the Catalans’ best signing of the window. Christensen was calm-headed and solid in his play and did not hesitate to make the occasional vertical or lobbed pass. Against Real Madrid, it was his wonder strike that sealed the game. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw a battle of emotions and passion on the field. His hunger for goals will undoubtedly be a big factor in Barcelona’s success this season. However, Real Madrid did not record a single shot on target in the 90 minutes, meaning that he was barely tested at Allegiant Arena. At this point, it is accepted that the Canary Islander is mature well beyond his years. If not for Thibaut Courtois, the Catalans could have had at least four goals to their name.

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Barcelona school and residents create solar energy community (The Guardian)

Council-supported project beginning on roof of school in Poblenou could grow across the city.

“These energy communities are really special and they make it possible to find solutions that wouldn’t otherwise be viable, but it isn’t scalable for the whole city,” says Eloi Badia, councillor for climate change and ecological transition. Obviously, during school holidays this energy will be available to whoever else needs it.” “That will supply only some of its needs, but this is just a pilot project.

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Barcelona Are Confident That Frenkie De Jong Will Leave The Club ... (Sports Illustrated)

Barcelona are said to still be remaining confident over the exit of Frenkie De Jong from the Camp Nou this summer as Manchester United wait for the response ...

- Report: Chelsea Are Pushing To Sign Frenkie De Jong Linked With Manchester United - Report: Frenkie De Jong's Agent Is In London To Meet With Manchester United De Jong is said to be waiting to be paid out with the deferred wages he is owed from Barcelona before he leaves the club, regardless of where he goes.

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Joan Laporta suggests Barcelona are waiting on De Jong decision (Stretty News)

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has spoken out about Frenkie de Jong's situation again. Manchester United have been in talks with the La Liga giants for ...

Joan Laporta tells@carodelas: "Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him. Laporta told Caro De Las Salas, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano via Twitter: “Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him. We received some offers for Frenkie but we didn’t accept as of now, as we want to talk with him and know exactly what he wants.

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta offers crucial update on Frenkie ... (Barca Universal)

Joan Laporta has told Caro De Las Salas, as relayed by Fabrizio Romano that “Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him. We received some offers for ...

This could render the Catalans unable to register any of their future signings. Frenkie de Jong’s situation has been one that’s been discussed by absolutely everyone during this current summer transfer window. Joan Laporta has told Caro De Las Salas, as relayed by Fabrizio Romano that “Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him.

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Barcelona planning more Frenkie de Jong talks amid Manchester ... (The Athletic)

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says more talks are planned with Frenkie de Jong in a bid to break the impasse over a potential move to Manchester...

The club Frenkie de Jong loves want him to leave. The club Frenkie de Jong loves want him to leave. The Athletic explains what it all means... What is a guy to do? The Athletic explains what it all means... What is a guy to do?

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Watch: Barcelona's Ronald Araujo absolutely rinses Rudiger in ... (PlanetFootball)

Former Chelsea man Antonio Rudiger got absolutely rinsed by Ronald Araujo in last night's friendly between Barcelona and Real Madrid.

On the evidence of this clip, maybe he should become a full-time full-back. We suffered towards the end of the game but I am still satisfied with today’s match,” Xavi said after the win. “We were the better team.

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Report: Frenkie De Jong Played At Centre-Back For Barcelona Amid ... (Sports Illustrated)

Xavi spoke on Frenkie De Jong's situation last night, after playing the player at centre-back. Barcelona have been asking Frenkie De Jong to leave the club ...

Various reports from Spain in recent weeks have spoke of Barcelona's need to get rid of Frenkie De Jong this summer. Xavi spoke on Frenkie De Jong's situation last night, after playing the player at centre-back. Frenkie De Jong is insisting he will not leave Barcelona this summer, but many feel the player is maintaining that stance to force Barcelona to pay the £17million in deferred wages they owe the player.

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Barcelona Have Officially Changed Frenkie De Jong's Position And ... (SPORTbible)

Barcelona manager Xavi has claimed Frenkie de Jong will be used as a central defender if he does not join Manchester United this summer.

We like him very much," Laporta explained to ESPN per The Athletic. "He has some offers but at the moment we didn't accept the offers because we want to talk to him to know exactly what he wants." Both of de Jong's pre-season appearances have been off the bench as a defender and Xavi thinks the Netherlands international has all the tools needed to play at the back.

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FC Barcelona Reach Pre-Contract Agreement With Kounde (Forbes)

The French international is just one of two main transfer targets that remain for Barca head coach Xavi Hernandez to land after Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha ...

De Jong is unwilling to entertain this idea, however, and Xavi seems keen to keep the Dutchman who has been filling in at center back on the US preseason tour. Over at SPORT, however, they allege on Sunday morning that FC Barcelona have already reached a four-year pre-contract agreement with Kounde whose transfer they hope to finalize next week. The French international is just one of two main transfer targets that remain for Barca head coach Xavi Hernandez after Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha were brought to the Camp Nou last week and were both able to star in Saturday's 1-0 win over Real Madrid in Las Vegas.

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Barcelona preparing opening bid for 23-year-old centre-back ... (Barca Universal)

The Italian journalist is now reporting that Barcelona are now preparing their opening bid to submit to Sevilla for the signing of the 23-year-old defender.

Romano has now claimed that he has learned from Sevilla sources that they are only in talks with Chelsea at the moment and have the Blues’ £55 million on the table, which is still very much valid. Once they lodge an official offer, things are expected to speed up and a resolution on the matter will be reached. There have been a lot of contrasting reports emerging on the situation.

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Barcelona vs Real Madrid live score, updates, highlights & lineups ... (Sporting News)

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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FC Barcelona Open Door To Lionel Messi Return (Forbes)

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has opened the door to club legend Lionel Messi returning to the Camp Nou.

But on a personal level and also as president, I think I owe him," Laporta concluded. "The institution is above players and coaches. "But it had to happen one day, we had to make a decision as a consequence of the legacy we had received," Laporta explained, in relation to the rule of his predecessor Josep Bartomeu.

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Lionel Messi's chapter at Barcelona 'not over' - president Joan Laporta (ESPN)

"Messi was everything," Laporta said exclusively to ESPN. "To Barca, he's been possibly its greatest player, the most efficient. To me he's only comparable to ...

"Additionally, the clubs have reached a point where we have to come up with rules that allow us to compete with state-owned clubs whose resources don't come from football but through other industries, so they distort European football and make all this unsustainable. That's where it can be the most attractive competition in the world if we do it right, and I'm sure we're going to do it right because the law protects us. "We're open to discussion, but what it is going to be is a competition where the clubs will be able to exercise their power to make their own decisions. But also as president of Barca, and on a personal level, I think I owe him," he added. We're also going to respect the state bodies in Europe, UEFA in this case. "I would hope that the Messi chapter isn't over.

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Barcelona chief makes fresh Lionel Messi transfer plea with PSG ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has insisted that he would like to bring Lionel Messi back to the Camp Nou in the future, just a year after the Argentine ...

The first ended in a 2-1 win over Kawasaki Frontale, with Messi scoring the opening goal of that tie. They started their warm-up matches in France with a 2-0 win over Ligue 2 side Quveilly-Rouen, a game where Sergio Ramos and Djeidi Gassama both getting on the scoresheet. Morally, as the president of Barcelona, I think I did what I had to do.

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Xavi Asks FC Barcelona To Sign Club Legend Lionel Messi Again (Forbes)

FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has asked president Joan Laporta to sign Lionel Messi when his Paris Saint Germain contract expires.

But also as president of Barca, and on a personal level, I think I owe him." "I would hope that the Messi chapter isn't over," Laporta went on. To me he's only comparable to Johan Cruyff. But it had to happen one day.

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Xavi Asks De Jong To Take Huge Pay Cut To Stay At FC Barcelona (Forbes)

Xavi Hernandez and FC Barcelona have asked Frenkie de Jong to take a hefty paycut in order to stay at the club.

In order to continue plying his trade for the La Liga giants, it has been suggested that De Jong must slash his take home pay "by almost half", and AS also say that De Jong was "receptive to making an economic effort to facilitate the registration of new reinforcements" such as Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski. In the meeting, from which Xavi and De Jong are both said to have left "satisfied", Xavi apparently told his charge that he counts on him for next season and that he has a future on his watch if prepared to operate in other areas of the pitch and take a considerable pay cut. Ever the model professional, De Jong has done what has been asked of him by first team coach Xavi on the field and has filled in at center back in two victories over Inter Miami and Real Madrid in recent days.

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Barcelona and Sevilla reach €60 million agreement for Jules Kounde (Barca Universal)

It is claimed that the Catalans will be shelling out a sum of €50 million, plus €10 million in add-ons to secure Kounde's signing, taking the total value of the ...

Barcelona have already reached a pre-agreement with Kounde over a four-year contract and a deal now looks imminent. There has been a lot of chatter about Kounde’s situation in the past couple of days. As per the terms of the agreement, Barça will pay €50 million in fixed payments in addition to another €10 million in variables.

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Lionel Messi back to Barcelona? Xavi and Joan Laporta pushing for ... (Sporting News)

As Barcelona edged past Real Madrid 1-0 on Saturday in Las Vegas, their club president Joan Laporta turned plenty of heads as he brought up Lionel Messi.

"There was a reality and we collided with that reality and we had to make that decision." Laporta admitted in March 2022 that the decision to part ways wasn't an easy one but it was in the best interest of Barcelona at the time. "I think it is our responsibility to ensure that this chapter, which is still open and has not been closed, has a moment in which it can be done as it should have been done and that it has a much more splendid one than what it was."

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Transfer Talk: Barcelona beat Chelsea to signing Sevilla's Jules ... (ESPN)

Barcelona have beat out Chelsea on the transfer of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde. Transfer Talk has the latest.

- PSG are looking to complete two transfers by next week, according to L'Equipe. The Ligue 1 side are already close to completing a five-year deal for RB Leipzig's Nordi Mukiele, with the 24-year-old defender reportedly coming to an agreement on personal terms. This decision was reportedly influenced by new manager Erik ten Hag, who regards Maguire as a key figure in the dressing room for the Red Devils. Eintracht Frankfurt's Filip Kostic is considering a West Ham United switch, according to Bild. The 29-year-old, who registered 15 assists and seven goals in 42 appearances last season, is yet to respond to the Bundesliga side's offer of a three-year contract extension. Juventus have offered Liverpool £20 million for Roberto Firmino, as per Ekrem Konur. The 30-year-old is in the final year of his contract with the Reds, and he has previously expressed no desire to leave Anfield this summer. The Serie A side initially looked to achieve this through the transfer of Milan Skriniar, but his exit has stalled with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly unwilling to match the 27-year-old's €80m price tag. Chelsea could reignite their interest in Dumfries, as they previously enquired about him during negotiations for Romelu Lukaku.

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