Barcelona prioritise Cancelo, cool on Cambiaso
Report mentions a leaked Barcelona 2026-27 home kit image, but details shown instead describe Germany’s 2026 third kit with black, gold pinstripes and retro crest.
Ronald Koeman said he ‘would have preferred’ Denzel Dumfries to join Barcelona rather than Real Madrid, with the right-back set for a cut-price move from Inter.
Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski missed chances in Poland’s 2-2 draw with Nigeria, skipped media duties and posted only photos later. A late Przemysław Wiśniewski equaliser rescued the hosts in Warsaw.
Oriol Romeu reflects on a tough second spell at Barcelona, saying ‘I fulfilled my dream’ and has no regrets. After losing minutes under Xavi, he left for Girona seeking regular football.
Ajax boss Michel Sanchez wants Marc-Andre ter Stegen after a prior Girona loan. With Joan Garcia No 1 and Szczesny second choice, Ter Stegen is not in Hansi Flick’s plans and could leave.
Barcelona want to keep Joaquin Delgado after his 20-goal Segunda RFEF loan at Oviedo. Talks aim to adjust a €4m clause, but with a year left on his deal and Portuguese interest, his future is unresolved.
Chelsea target Alejandro Grimaldo after Cucurella links, while Barcelona also monitor him. The 30-year-old posted 14 goals and 12 assists for Bayer Leverkusen and offers Champions League appeal at Barça.
Jules Koundé, linked with a move, insists he has a contract until 2030 and hopes to stay at Barcelona, saying he is focused on the tournament for now.
Profile hails 18-year-old Barcelona star Lamine Yamal after Euro 2024 Best Young Player and La Liga three-peat, charting his record-breaking rise and Messi’s praise: ‘It would be Lamine.’
Barcelona dismiss links to Juventus’ Andrea Cambiaso, who has a €50m clause and deal to 2029. Joao Cancelo remains priority for a permanent move, with Nathaniel Brown interest fading.
Barcelona weigh a £26m permanent for loanee Marcus Rashford after signing Anthony Gordon. A decision may hinge on other forward targets, with Man United also an option for the England forward.
Monaco have ended talks for Marc Casadó, denting Barcelona’s hopes of a sale. The midfielder still has interest from Atlético Madrid and Saudi Arabia but is not in Hansi Flick’s plans.
Barcelona’s title-winning attack led by Lamine Yamal’s 24G/17A. Ferran 21G, Raphinha 19G, Lewandowski 18G, Rashford 14G/11A. Report cards praise Yamal 9.5/10, Ferran 8.5, Raphinha 7.5, Lewandowski 7.
Julián Álvarez prefers Barcelona, PSG cooled, but Atlético Madrid refuse to sell to a rival. Barça hope the World Cup eases tensions and lowers demands to revive talks after the tournament.
Spain start five Barcelona players vs Iraq: debut for Marc Bernal, Ferran Torres captains, Joan Garcia in goal, with Gavi and Dani Olmo starting. Pedri rested, Lamine Yamal injured.
Chelsea would allow Marc Cucurella to leave if a good offer arrives. Barcelona interest depends on an exit, with Cancelo targeted permanently and futures of Alejandro Balde or Jules Kounde key.
Barcelona will base pre-season at St George’s Park from 27 Jul to 3 Aug, with a friendly v Birmingham on 31 Jul and another behind closed doors. Squad availability may depend on World Cup involvement.
Report claims Bernardo Silva will join Barcelona in July after World Cup, with Flick’s approval. The Portuguese is ready to take a salary cut and can cover midfield and right wing to aid Lamine Yamal.
