Barcelona assess Rodri move as striker debate grows
Jorge Salinas remains determined to join Barcelona, but Racing Santander are holding firm on his €16 million release clause as talks are expected to continue into August.
Real Madrid’s move for Yan Diomandé could speed up PSG’s push for Ferran Torres, with the French club expected to seek the Barcelona forward’s approval soon.
Joan Laporta will lead a key board meeting to set an assembly date for voting on a bigger Espai Barca loan, Spotify renewal and a UAE branding deal.
Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal are tracking Marc Bernal, but Barcelona have no intention of selling the midfielder, who is under contract until 2029 with a €500 million clause.
Hansi Flick sees Gerard Martin as a ‘world-class’ option alongside Pau Cubarsi, reducing Barcelona’s need for a new centre-back despite interest from AC Milan.
Alvaro Cortes could earn a first-team role this season if Barcelona do not sign another defender, with Hansi Flick prepared to trust the left-footed La Masia centre-back.
Barcelona have won 25 of 32 games without Frenkie de Jong under Flick, but the piece argues his absence still hurts control, tempo and leadership in midfield.
Ronald Araújo wants to stay at Barcelona and fight for his place despite slipping down Flick’s pecking order, though his stance could change if minutes look limited.
Chelsea are reportedly keen on Gerard Martin, but the report centres on their interest rather than any Barcelona decision, with no formal offer yet mentioned.
Barcelona are not expecting Raphinha to leave this summer. The winger has not asked to go, has had no Saudi offers and is preparing for the season after an injury-hit year.
Ferran Torres has not told Barcelona he wants to leave despite PSG interest. Barça are counting on him for next season and plan to open renewal talks in September.
Barcelona have contacted Rodri’s agents to test a move for the Manchester City midfielder, though Real Madrid are ahead and injuries, surgery and cost make any deal difficult.
Arsenal have made contact over Dani Olmo and also like Ferran Torres, but the report says Barcelona value Olmo highly and any move depends on their willingness to sell.
Barcelona plan to renew 18-year-old Guille Fernandez’s deal before sanctioning a loan, aiming to protect a highly rated La Masia midfielder and secure regular first-team minutes.
Robert Lewandowski rejected a Saudi offer worth 200 million euros over 2 years because he wanted to stay at Barcelona, according to agent Pini Zahavi.
Barcelona’s offer for Julian Alvarez expires between late July and early August. Atletico insist they will not sell, while Hansi Flick wants clarity soon on his new No. 9.
Barcelona have signed Abdul Aziz Issah permanently from Dreams FC for Barça Atlètic. The 20-year-old winger has agreed a deal until 2028, with an option for 2029.
Karim Adeyemi is set to make his Barcelona debut against Birmingham City on Friday after Hansi Flick decided the new signing is ready for match action.
Barcelona are monitoring Cristian Romero as Inter push to sign him from Tottenham for €40 million, but any move depends on player sales and Inter’s talks over wages stalling.
Andreas Christensen said he is 'very grateful' after renewing until 2028, with his focus on staying fit, returning to his best and helping Barcelona chase every trophy.
Barcelona asked Leipzig about Yan Diomandé but pulled out when the fee rose above 100 million euros, before keeping Marcus Rashford and then signing Anthony Gordon.
Barcelona are weighing Eli Junior Kroupi as a plan B to Julian Alvarez. Flick approves the Bournemouth striker, but the club are split over paying 100 million euros for the 19-year-old.
Barcelona’s five captains all face injury, delayed returns or uncertain futures, leaving Flick short of leaders and considering alternatives before the season starts.
Barcelona received a double boost as Fermín López and Ronald Araújo returned to group training in England, putting both closer to full fitness for the new campaign.
