A few days ago Spanish newspaper Sport complained that Arsenal had probably been aware they were selling Barcelona a lemon with Thomas Vermaelen. the 28 year old Belgian has yet to make his debut for the club and has missed 456 days through injury in four years. What’s the problem with Vermaelen?
Archives for October 2014
La Liga without FC Barcelona is unthinkable
October 9, 2014 by
FC Barcelona won’t be allowed in the La Liga If Catalonia earns its independence it has been reported. According to Javier Tebas, the law will not permit a non-Spanish territory to participate in the Spanish La Liga indicating that players like Messi and Neymar could be left marooned in the wake of such a decision.More on this story
Piqué deals blow as he rules out Manchester United return
October 8, 2014 by
Former Manchester United defender Gerard Piqué was linked with a return to his old stomping ground, but has now come out to reveal his intentions to remain with FC Barcelona it has been revealed.
The 27-year-old says he wants to retire at Barcelona like ex teammate and good friend Carles Puyol. More on Gerard Piqué
Hammers keen to sign Alex Song on a permanent basis
October 7, 2014 by
The FC Barcelona midfielder has already excelled in West Ham United’s improving side and isn’t even 100% fit yet after a slow pre-season in with his club in Spain. West Ham co owner David Gold even tweeted that he’d love to sign the 27 year old on a permanent basis. More on Alex Song
Barcelona’s Jordi Alba wanted by Premier League giants
October 6, 2014 by
Barcelona’s Jordi Alba is wanted by Premier League giants Manchester United and Manchester City. Alba is regarded as one of the best in his position and has captivated the attention of both managers who are looking for replacements. More on Jordi Alba transfer rumours
Leo Messi could face 6 years in jail for tax evasion
October 4, 2014 by
Leo Messi could face 6 years in jail for tax evasion it has been revealed. The judge in charge has rejected a prosecution recommendation to drop the charges on the grounds the player’s father was responsible for his finances. Read more about this
Is Van Gaal to sign a new back four with 2 Barça players?
October 3, 2014 by
Is Louis van Gaal to sign a new back four with 2 FC Barcelona players? The rumour mill has started and we analyse four players that the United manager will be salivating over if he gets the chance to sign them, two of which are from Barça. More on this story
Gerard Piqué says Roy Keane was scarier than Fergie
October 2, 2014 by
FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has won a World Cup but still says that when he sees the talismanic midfielder, even as a pitch side pundit, he hides away because he is scared of him. Although Keane is no longer a pundit, Gerard may meet him again if Louis van Gaal manages to convince the ex Manchester United player to swap the Nou Camp for old Trafford. More on this story
