Barcelona figures prominently after Spain win and transfer links
Lautaro Martinez was willing to join Barcelona this summer, but the club prioritised Julian Alvarez instead. Inter were not ready to sell, and Lautaro’s wages could have complicated registration.
Lamine Yamal scored as Spain beat England 3-2 at Wembley. Roy Keane rejected Anthony Gordon’s claim the sides were level, praising Spain’s class and 'sexy football'.
Joao Felix recalled his Barcelona loan with affection, saying he was 'happy that I wore the Barcelona shirt', and praised Lamine Yamal’s style and the joy he brings.
Barcelona are monitoring Erling Haaland’s situation after he stayed silent on Manchester City’s troubles. A move looks difficult as he renewed until 2034 with no exit clause and a huge fee likely.
Lamine Yamal has created more big chances than any player in Europe’s top five leagues since 2023-24, with 76, ahead of Bruno Fernandes.
Barcelona are open to selling Jules Kounde next summer for at least €50m amid Premier League and Bayern Munich interest, after he fell behind Eric García in Hansi Flick’s pecking order.
Barcelona are tracking Gilberto Mora after the 17-year-old scored in Mexico’s 1-1 draw with Colombia, becoming the national team’s youngest scorer. Real Madrid are also monitoring the forward.
Juventus have sounded out a January loan for Alejandro Balde after his limited Barcelona minutes. Hansi Flick is reportedly open to the left-back leaving temporarily.
Barcelona are worried about Hamza Abdelkarim starting for Egypt against South Sudan on an artificial pitch. The 18-year-old remains part of Hansi Flick’s plans despite limited first-team minutes.
Lamine Yamal gave Spain an early lead at Wembley, pouncing on Marc Guéhi’s error inside two minutes before finishing into the far corner for 1-0.
Jürgen Klopp backed Barcelona’s Karim Adeyemi after his miss in Germany’s 1-1 draw with the Netherlands, saying the winger is young and he likes the 'whole package he offers'.
Barcelona’s internationals impressed, led by Lamine Yamal’s goal and Dani Olmo’s assist in Spain’s 3-2 win over England, while Dominik Livakovic starred in Croatia’s 2-1 victory over Czechia.
Anthony Gordon said England were ‘gutted’ by mistakes in a 3-2 loss to Spain after Lamine Yamal and Alex Baena punished errors. Thomas Tuchel admitted England’s mistakes proved costly.
Lamine Yamal scored in Spain’s 3-2 win at Wembley and became the youngest player to score against England there in a competitive game in the last 20 years. Pedri also made his 50th Spain appearance.
Spain beat England 3-2 at Wembley, with Lamine Yamal punishing an early error. England’s attempts to play out from the back backfired, while Spain’s pressing and incision decided it.
Fermín López rejected interest from Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea to stay at Barcelona, with Hansi Flick viewing the midfielder as a key part of the club’s future plans.
Lamine Yamal struck early as Spain won 3-2 at Wembley. Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal sealed it after England’s comeback, with Marc Guéhi’s error proving costly.
Barcelona are monitoring Chelsea winger Estevao after his reduced role under Xabi Alonso. The Brazilian is frustrated by limited minutes, but he and his camp are not considering leaving.
Barcelona’s La Liga squad cost limit has risen by about £625m in five years to £501m, though Real Madrid remain ahead. Another temporary move to Montjuic could test that recovery.
Luis de la Fuente said Eric García suffered a minor issue during the warm-up before Spain’s 3-2 win over England. The Barcelona defender will be assessed in Madrid, with no risks taken.
Bayern Munich are keeping a close eye on Barcelona’s Dani Olmo ahead of the upcoming transfer window, with the German champions seeking reinforcements across the squad.
