Archives for June 2013

Man Utd go to war with Arsenal over Fabregás

One of the transfer rumours to catch our attention today was the ensuing tug-of-war over Barcelona’s Cesc Fabregás. The two clubs involved are Arsenal and Manchester United who would like to bring the out of favour midfielder back to the Premier League. Read more about the tug of war over Cesc Fabregas

Borussia Dortmund and Schalke want Cristian Tello

After the news about Gerard Deufoleu possibly being loaned out to Sevilla or Dortmund, German newspaper Bild has stated that there are two German clubs that are keen on making with the services of Cristian Tello. Tello’s list of admirers is continually growing and has caught the attention of both Borussia Dortmund and Schalke. More on Cristian Tello

Sevilla interested in Gerard Deulofeu

It looks like Sevilla has taken a shine to Barca’s Gerard Deulofeu as a possible loan deal this summer. The Andalusian club are desperate to replace Jesús Navas and the young Catalan fits the bill nicely. Champions League runners up Borussia Dortmund have also expressed an interest in Gerard Deulofeu and it will ultimately be Barca’s decision where he ends up. More on Gerard Deulofeu

Why Barca won’t be signing Marquinhos, David Luiz or Thiago Silva

Three central defenders that Barca won’t be signing this summer are the following: Marquinhos, David Luiz or Thiago Silva. Neither of the three Brazilians will be coming to the Camp Nou this summer for various reasons but the main ones are because of a lack of height, quality or a high price tag. More on Marquinhos, David Luiz and Thiago Silva

Cesc Fabregás keen to stay at Barcelona

Barcelona’s Cesc Fabregás is keen to stay at the Catalan giants despite rumours linking him with a move back to the Premier League and clubs like Man Utd or Man City.Speaking about his future, Fabregas said to a Catalan radio station that “he was very happy at Barca and wants to stay for years to come”. More on Cesc Fabregas

Barca turns its attention to loans and transfers

FC Barcelona are to now concentrate on getting their players out on loan back to the club and start the process of talks to see who’s heading out of the door at the Camp Nou. Thiago and Tello, both have very affordable buyout clauses and could be tempted to try pastures new. Villa looks set to go to Tottenham and Valdés has stated that he will finish his contract at Barca.Read more on Barca’s transfers

Neymar presented to 56,000 Barca fans

Neymar was presented on the pitch at the Camp Nou to 56,500 screaming fans earlier on in Barcelona. After touching down in the city at 13:00 the player went straight to Barca’s offices and underwent a medical before having lunch and then signing his five-year contract that takes him up to 2018. Read more about Neymar’s presentation

Barca finish season with magical 100 points

FC Barcelona have done it. They have finished the league with a magical 100 points in the bag. It’s been a difficult year for the Catalan team although they practically had the league title sealed up six months ago. Today at 18:45 Neymar will be presented to the fans at the Camp Nou with his new number. We think it’s going to be number 7. More on Barca’s 100 points