Barcelona agree Josué Caicedo deal, Christensen commits
Ronald Koeman says Frenkie de Jong is ‘experiencing some discomfort below his abdominal area’ and is a doubt for Netherlands vs Sweden. Barça also await news on Raphinha after an injury scare.
Ex-Barça right-back Sergiño Dest shines for the USA with flair and confidence, boosting his value. Barça hold a sell-on clause and monitor interest, including from Bayern Munich.
Midfielder Brian Farinas, key for Barça Atletic under Juliano Belletti with 5 goals and 7 assists, is not in Hansi Flick’s pre-season plans. Racing Santander show interest as his future remains unclear.
Ansu Fati agrees a four-year Monaco deal to 2030 after activation of his €11m clause. Arrival of Anthony Gordon blocks his Barça chances. Only a minor tax matter remains before the move is official.
Javier Tebas backs Barcelona’s concerns over Florentino Perez’s Negreira comments, citing potential damage to referees and La Liga’s image. League will assess statements and recalls prior actions vs Real Madrid TV.
Ancelotti says Barcelona winger Raphinha will have tests after hamstring tightness vs Haiti, while Neymar will train and be ready to face Scotland. Raphinha had a goal ruled out before going off.
Dortmund’s Felix Nmecha is open to a move, with Barça among suitors. Reports vary on price, from around €60m to at least €120m, as he focuses on World Cup duty with Germany.
Barcelona pursue Racing Santander left-back Jorge Salinas, but no agreement with player or club. Racing seek higher fee, may want an academy player. Barça face competition from Dortmund, Leverkusen, Bologna, Newcastle.
Barcelona reach verbal agreement to sign 18-year-old LDU Quito winger Josué Caicedo for Barça Atlètic, loan with option that could become obligation, fee around €2.5m. Arrival in Barcelona in coming weeks.
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, managing a left hamstring issue, says it is ‘too soon’ to start for Spain against Saudi Arabia, though he can play minutes if needed after a 0-0 opener vs Cape Verde.
Andreas Christensen agrees new Barcelona deal until 2028. Italian and Premier League clubs approached but his priority is Barça. Announcement expected soon.
Gavi names Julián Álvarez as his dream Barcelona signing amid links following Lewandowski’s exit. Álvarez is keen on a move, with Barça pushing to persuade Atlético Madrid in negotiations.
Barça’s €1.5m signing of Hamza Abdelkarim from Al Ahly faces a complaint from Al-Kom Al-Ahmar over solidarity payments, with the Egyptian FA asked to recognise their share. Barça not directly threatened.
Hansi Flick sets tailored 10-15 day fitness plans before 13 July return, targeting injury prevention and double sessions, with youngsters like Tunkara, Gistau and Xavi Espart joining Balde and Szczesny.
