Barcelona fear de Jong layoff, plan Torres renewal
Lewandowski joins Chicago Fire, saying he ‘didn’t want to play for any other team in Europe than Barcelona’. The 37-year-old leaves after four seasons with multiple titles and starts MLS chapter.
Spain U18 captain Alex Campos signs with Barcelona until 2029, option 2030. The 1.85m La Masia centre-back, who can play in midfield, has trained with the first team and fits Hansi Flick’s plans.
Barcelona plan to renew Ferran Torres despite PSG interest, aiming to extend his deal after September due to Financial Fair Play timing. Hansi Flick keeps the 26-year-old in long-term plans.
Frenkie de Jong suffers a significant knee injury after World Cup duty, with Barcelona fearing a 4-month layoff after pain-killing injections and tests raised ‘great concern’ among medical staff.
Barcelona feel in pole for Julian Alvarez, preparing a €100m offer with bonuses and possible player exchange. Laporta to lead talks with Atletico, with Alvarez prioritising Camp Nou over Arsenal and PSG.
Hansi Flick pauses Brian Fariñas’s permanent move to Girona to assess him in pre-season, with Girona awaiting fresh guidance on the 20-year-old Barcelona midfielder’s future.
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal says facing Lionel Messi in the World Cup final would be ‘fantastic’ after Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the showpiece, eyeing a potential clash with Argentina.
Karim Adeyemi nears Barcelona move for €22m plus €7m add-ons. The winger prioritised Barça over other clubs, paused Dortmund renewal, with Hansi Flick pushing the deal and eyeing him across the front line.
Ter Stegen nears a season-long loan to Ajax after tax issues are resolved. With Joan García preferred by Flick, the move offers minutes for the 34-year-old and eases Barcelona’s wage bill.
Toni Fernandez, 18, starts pre-season with Barcelona in England as Flick weighs first-team spot or loan. The La Liga debutant is attracting European interest after standout tours and strong form.
If Marc Casado departs amid €30m talks, Hansi Flick is ready to promote Tommy Marques as defensive midfield cover. De Jong’s knee injury could delay Casado’s exit. La Masia solutions preferred.
Manchester United eye Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó, priced around £25.6m. The 22-year-old, praised by Hansi Flick, prefers to stay or leave on loan, with a controller profile in defensive midfield.
Barcelona admire Cristian Romero and will monitor Inter’s early talks with Tottenham. A centre-back is not a priority unless Ronald Araujo leaves, while Julian Alvarez remains the main target.
