it’s been a long week at the Nou Camp and one full of both sad news and expectations. First the sad news of Tito’s departure then the possible candidates for the job. Pep Guardiola came out and said he was very affected by the news then we had the match against Pep’s new team Bayern Munich. Tata was then contracted and will be presented officially today. Read the rest of the Friday update here
Martino wants Santiago Vergini to reinforce Barca defense
July 25, 2013 by
Gerardo “Tata” Martino, new manager of FC Barcelona, appears to have his own candidate to strengthen the central defender’s position of the Catalan giants. Martino wants to bring to Barcelona Argentine defender Santiago Vergini of Newell’s Old Boys. More on Santiago Vergini
Bayern Munich land Thiago for 25M Euros
July 14, 2013 by
Bayern Munich have finally landed Barcelona’s Thiago Alcántara for 25Million euros. The two clubs have reached an agreement where the agreement also stipulates that a friendly will be played by them within four years.The 22 year midfielder leaves Barcelona after playing just two seasons for the Barca first team. More on Thiago and the Bayern Munich transfer deal
Marquinhos could be key to unlocking Thiago Silva deal
July 13, 2013 by
Marquinhos could be the key to unlocking a deal with Thiago Silva and the Roma defender is in the crosshairs of both Barca and Paris Saint-Germain. Both clubs are interested in the 19 year-old and are studying the possibility of a summer transfer.More on Roma’s Marquinhos
Gerard Deulofeu close to loan deal with Everton
July 10, 2013 by
Barcelona’s Gerard Deulofeu looks like being close to signing a loan deal with Roberto Martinez and Everton shortly. While the young player has received some very good offers from both home and abroad, the Catalan giants seem to prefer Everton as the ideal destination as the coaches will look after him. Read more about Gerard Deulofeu here
Spurs beaten by Atletico Madrid in race for David Villa
July 9, 2013 by
In a dramatic turnaround, David Villa has been signed by Atletico Madrid. Diego Simeone’s outfit pipped favourites Tottenham Hotspur to the post with this signing. Villa will be replacing Radamel Falcao who went to Monaco for 45M Euros. This move will guarantee Villa playing time in order to impress Del Bosque ahead of next year’s World Cup in Brazil. Read more about David Villa’s move
Stoke City sign Barca’s Marc Muniesa
July 3, 2013 by
Premier League side Stoke City has signed Barca starlet Marc Muniesa. Muniesa was part of the Spanish under-21 side side that trounced Italy in the final a few weeks back in Israel where Thiago Alcantara got a hat trick. This signals a new direction for Stoke City and a breath of fresh air as they strive to rid themselves of their bully boy image. Read more about Marc Muniesa
Arsenal seals deal with Gonzalo Higuaín for 25M Euros
June 20, 2013 by
Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuaín has signed for Arsenal for 25M Euros. The striker, who will earn around 7.2million euros in wages was persuaded with his wage rise along with Arsene Wenger’s plan for the coming season. Arsenal need a good front man and Wenger hopes to have found it in the shape of Higuaín. More about Gonzalo Higuaín
