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Report: Barcelona set to lose out on ‘done deal’ with Liverpool midfielder
Georginio Wijnaldum has decided to join Paris-Saint Germain in a deal that will run until 2024, according to reliable transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Wijnaldum looked certain to join Barcelona as a free agent at the end of May, with Romano previously describing it as a ‘done deal’, He ran down his contract with Liverpool at the end of last season and was even set to undergo medicals at Camp Nou. However, Romano has reported that French heavyweights PSG have hijacked the deal and will double the salary Barca were prepared to offer. Barcelona are looking to rebuild following several years of underachievement both domestically and in Europe. It will be a big blow to their short-term ambitions if they fail to sign the 30-year-old. Due to the Spanish club’s financial situation, they have been ...
Barcelona keen on signing 27-year-old Spanish star, could offer Sergi Roberto in exchange – report
Barcelona could propose a part-exchange deal to sign Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte this summer, Spanish publication Sport claims. The Spain international made just 14 starts in the Premier League last term as he played the back-up role behind central defensive duo Ruben Dias and John Stones. Laporte recently hinted that he couldn’t guarantee his stay with the Cityzens with the limited game, and it is now reported that the Blaugrana are keen on signing him. The club are unlikely to afford him in a straight-cash deal and could offer Sergi Roberto as a makeweight to the Cityzens to secure his signature. Pep Guardiola is reportedly a huge admirer of Roberto. He handed him his Blaugrana debut when he was the club’s manager back in the 2010/11 season. Sportslens view: The 27-year-old ...
Reliable Journalist: Pochettino convinced highly-rated Dutchman about PSG instead of Barcelona
The presence of Mauricio Pochettino has convinced Georginio Wijnaldum to join Paris-Saint German ahead of Barcelona, according to reliable journalist Julien Laurens. The Dutchman was heavily linked with a move to Barcelona ahead of next season after he opted to not stay with Liverpool. However, it appears that PSG have now hijacked the deal by offering the player a better financial offer. As well as the (much) better financial offer, Mauricio Pochettino has also played a big part in convincing Gini Wijnaldum to join PSG and not Barcelona. @ESPNFC 🤝✅ — Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) June 6, 2021 Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman previously worked with Wijnaldum while he was managing the Dutch national team. He was keen on a reunion with the midfielder as he looks to rebuild th...
Gary Lineker’s nine-word reaction to Fabrizio Romano’s transfer update on Liverpool player
Gini Wijnaldum is set to reject Barcelona to join Paris Saint-Germain. Although technically still a Liverpool player, it has been known for months that the 30-year-old will be heading elsewhere this summer. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has provided daily updates on this saga, but the latest development is truly intriguing. Since bidding goodbye to Liverpool, Wijnaldum has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona, with Dutch boss Ronald Koeman a keen admirer. Despite interest from Bayern Munich, it looked certain that he would join the Catalan giants on a free transfer. However, in a dramatic turn of events, PSG moved in quickly and are now in the driving seat to sign the Dutch midfielder who is currently busy with the national team preparing for the European Championships. ‘...
Barcelona and Real Madrid player wage cuts expected to continue next season
It is no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in crippling financial implications for clubs across the globe. The world’s strongest sides have been no exception to this, with La Liga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid amongst those affected. The fierce rivals have felt the repercussions of the pandemic significantly harder than their European counterparts, who benefit from more elaborate broadcasting rights and stronger financial stability from billionaire owners. Barcelona are estimated to have surrendered close to €500 million in revenue due to COVID-19, while Madrid’s losses are around €400m. During the first coronavirus lockdown in March 2020, Los Blancos players agreed to a 10% wage cut to allow non-playing staff to receive their full pay. The Barca squad agreed to give up ...
Report: Euro giants looking to hijack Barcelona’s attempt to sign 74-cap int’l
Paris Saint-Germain are trying to hijack a move for Gini Wijnaldum. Barcelona have been trying to sign the 74-times capped Dutch international on a free transfer for months now. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has been regularly delivering updates on Twitter on the 30-year-old. His contract at Anfield expires at the end of this month, and he has already confirmed that his next destination would be somewhere else. Romano claims that Barcelona are “already planning” medicals for Wijnaldum, and they are hoping to tie him to a contract until 2024. However, according to ESPN, the French giants are looking to hijack their attempt to sign the midfielder. Wijnaldum is currently preparing for the European Championships with Netherlands, but clubs want to secure his signa...
Barcelona are keen on Valencia star to challenge 32-year-old
Barcelona are interested in signing Valencia captain Jose Gaya as they look to improve their defensive options for next season, according to Mundo Deportivo. After finishing third in La Liga and failing to challenge for the Champions League, the Blaugrana are looking to make wholesale changes to their squad this summer. The club have already taken steps to improve their defence by signing Emerson Royal from Real Betis. If Gaya arrives at Camp Nou he will be competing with Jordi Alba, who has been a regular in the club’s first-team since he arrived from Valencia in 2012. Now 32-years-old, they need to bring in someone who can provide the Spaniard with competition while also serving as his potential long-term replacement. While Valencia finished 13th in the Spanish top-flight last season, Ga...
Xavi explains why he has snubbed Barcelona managerial job twice
Xavi has been explaining why two offers from Barcelona to become their next manager were snubbed. The Liga giants have sounded out a familiar face on a couple of occasions in recent years when finding themselves in need of inspiration from the dugout. Both approaches have been knocked back, with a club legend who continues to cut his coaching teeth in Qatar with Al Sadd not yet of the opinion that the time is right to retrace his steps to Camp Nou. Discussing his decision to reject two advances from Catalunya, Xavi has told La Vanguardia: “Fortunately or unfortunately I have said no to Barcelona twice, due to different circumstances, family, professional, contractual… “And of course it was very difficult because I am a Barcelona fan, but it was not the [right] time.” The World Cup winner a...
Barcelona transfer target has chance to shine in relatively easy Euro 2020 group
With the European Championships just days away, we’re having a look at the best players to watch from each nation. Perhaps the least glamorous group of the tournament is Group C. A faltering Netherlands side will be the headline act, while Ukraine, Austria, and North Macedonia will be there to cause an upset. While the superstar power might not quite be there, the group is wide open, with plenty of underdog potential. It should be an interesting watch. Austria – Sasa Kalajdzic Kalajdzic will be Austria’s main source of goals The Austrian squad has a strong Bundesliga contingent, and Sasa Kalajdzic is a part of that. The 23-year-old has just enjoyed the best season of his career, netting 17 in all competitions for a mid-table Stuttgart side. On top of this, he has been in good form on the i...
Jordi Cruyff returning to Barcelona in advisor role
Jordi Cruyff, the son of Barcelona legend Johan, is returning to Camp Nou in an advisor role. The 47-year-old followed in the footsteps of his famous father when stepping out of the La Masia academy system in Catalunya. Much of his career was spent away from Barca, while he has also dabbled in coaching since hanging up his boots, but a familiar face now forms part of the restructuring work being put in behind the scenes by Blaugrana president Joan Laporta. Barca have said in a statement on the club’s official website: “FC Barcelona announces that Jordi Cruyff will join the football area of the Club and form part of the new organisational structure as of August 1. “Jordi Cruyff, who was a player in Barca’s youth teams and in the Barca first team from 1993 to 1996, returns in a strategic rol...
Barcelona sign Brazilian, could this mean Spain star is on his way to Man City?
Barcelona confirmed the signing of Brazilian defender Emerson Royal from Real Betis on Wednesday. The 22-year-old is currently on duty with the Brazil Copa America squad and will link up with his new team once their run in the competition ends. Emerson made 73 La Liga appearances in the two and a half seasons with Betis and arrives at Camp Nou with potential improvement to come in the next few years. 👋 Hello, @emerson_royal22!💙❤️ #EmersonCuler — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) June 2, 2021 SL View After underachieving in recent years, the Blaugrana will make wholesale changes to their squad this summer to rebuild themselves as giants of Spanish and European football. Emerson’s arrival could mean that the club will look to offload Sergi Roberto, who has been tipped...
Barcelona still in negotiations to sign €45m-rated star with 34 goal contributions – report
Barcelona are still negotiating with Memphis Depay over a free transfer to the club, reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The Dutchman had a superb 2020/21 season with Lyon, registering 22 goals and 12 assists from 40 appearances across all competitions. Despite his efforts, the club missed out on the Champions League as a defeat on the final matchday saw them finish behind third-placed Monaco. The 27-year-old will be a free agent when his contract expires this month, and the Blaugrana have been tipped to land his signature ahead of Juventus. It is now reported that the discussions are still ongoing over a Bosman deal, and a potential contract until June 2023 or 2024 is being negotiated. His move to Camp Nou could still depend on Ronald Koeman staying as the manager. Sportsle...
