Manchester United and Manchester City turned down the opportunity to sign Arturo Vidal due to age and injury concerns. The Mancunian clubs have been heavy spenders over the past seasons. Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho have focused on improving their midfield by spending heavily. Pogba, Bernardo Silva and Gundogan have been some of biggest arrivals in…
Arturo Vidal could be on his way to Barcelona this summer after reaching a verbal agreement with the Spanish giants. Barcelona have been undergoing a transition since Andres Iniesta decided to call time on his La Liga career at the end of last season. The Spanish maestro joined the club in 1996 and made 674…
Social media adds an aspect to the transfer market in particular and the football world in general that has become a brand new source of excitement and speculation. While news outlets usually keep a close eye on the activity of particular targets during the window, these days, the individual activity on their numerous social media…
Barcelona seem eager to take charge of Europe in the upcoming season. Their eye in the transfer window seems sharp after the arrival of Clément Lenglet for €36 million, Arthur for €40 million, and now, a more recent steal of Brazilian Malcom from the arms of Roma. All in all, a strong intent seems to be…
The business side of football is increasingly acquiring a similar brand of electric excitement that the all-too-familiar antics on the pitch evoke. While it was initially deadline day drama that set the stage, more often than not, last minute changes, via hijacking and unexpected swoops, have also become increasingly common. As a result, clubs often…
Jose Mourinho wants Ivan Rakitic in return if Barcelona wish to land Paul Pogba this summer. Manchester United have been pretty busy this summer. Jose Mourinho wants to ensure that his squad is capable of putting up a strong fight for the Premier League and the Champions League next season. The Red Devils have been…
Barcelona are intent on reinforcing their midfield, and in particular, the right side of midfield this summer, and have identified Chelsea‘s Willian to fulfill their desire. After two failed bids rumoured to be in the region of £50m, the Catalan giants are now bidding over £55m for the winger, according to Sky Sports News. The Brazilian performed…
Paul Pogba has had a phenomenal World Cup, aiding France in attaining the biggest title of them all. His goal was a crucial aspect in the 4-2 scoreline against Croatia going France’s way in the finals. This was an additive to a brilliant tournament wherein the Manchester United midfielder functioned as a crucial cog in…
Barcelona have confirmed the signing of rugged central defender Clement Lenglet from Sevilla in a deal that is said to be around £31m. The Frenchman is widely tipped to be one of the next big things in world football after a sensational outing with the Spanish club in recent times. The center-half made a total of…
Paulinho’s stint at Barcelona has come to an end after just one season at the club. The former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder had joined the Catalan giants in 2017, but is now going back to the Chinese Super League. Paulinho, who made a serious impact for Barca in the 2017-18 season, is heading out on loan…
Manchester United are no strangers to extraordinary transfer swap deals. The club was involved in a high-profile swap just a few months ago, when Alexis Sanchez came to Old Trafford from Arsenal, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan going the other way. The deal was an eye-opener for many, but with Sanchez seemingly disappointing in his first few…
Amid speculation of a possible transfer to Real Madrid for star striker Neymar, Paris Saint-Germain look all set to smash the record transfer fee for a player by bidding £239m for Barcelona winger Philippe Coutinho. Reports from Mundo Deportivo suggest that PSG have made the bid to Coutinho’s agent Kia Joorabchian, and they hope that by…
Spain legend Andres Iniesta has decided to bid farewell to international football after seeing his side get knocked out of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2018. The legendary midfielder came on as a second-half substitute in the 67th minute, but could not help his side beat Russia in the round of 16 encounter. The hosts…
Barcelona made a £50 million bid in an attempt to beat United for Chelsea’s Willian this week. Willian has been Jose Mourinho’s top target since he arrived in Manchester back in 2016. The Portuguese gaffer was the one who introduced the Brazilian to the Premier League, and believes that he could be the one to bring…
Despite being a team that is at the heart of renewed success, Barcelona have been relatively quiet on the transfer radar this summer. The former purchase and departure of Neymar, followed by the smart moves of the likes of Suarez, Dembele, and Rakitic are now deals and sagas of the past, and followers certainly seem…
There was another intense drama in St Petersburg and Argentina survived a scare to end as 2-1 winners against Nigeria in their final Group D game in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2018. Argentina, who needed a victory to ensure likely qualification, were almost heading out before Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo scored a brilliant…
Manchester United are making most of the news in this summer transfer window, with the side desperate to compete with arch-rivals Manchester City in order to regain the Premier League crown. Since Jose Mourinho has taken over, there has been significant progress in this regard, but much work is still to be done, and the…
Paul Pogba may be widely considered as one of the most gifted young midfielders in world football today, but rumours of his unhappiness at Manchester United have been rampant for quite a while now, and it isn’t surprising that some of Europe’s biggest clubs are taking notice. It all began this past season, when Pogba was…
Barcelona have been riding high for the past decade or so, on the back of the brilliance of one man supported by the class and skill of a midfield the likes of which we may never see again. But things are starting to change around Catalonia now, and all may not be necessarily rosy around…
The future of players in the modern game is more a flurry of business deals coming to fruition, and one is left to wonder how much control players may have over their destination, a feat often left to be bartered and negotiated on a table hosting agents and representatives. In view of this, it is…
Luis Suarez is reportedly concerned about one of his Barcelona teammates leaving the club this summer. As per reports, Premier League giants Manchester United have made contact with La Liga champions over a potential deal for midfielder Ivan Rakitic. The 30-year-old has been a vital cog in the Barcelona side for quite some time now.…
Liverpool are bracing themselves for a Mohamed Salah exit, as Barcelona have come calling yet again. The Catalan giants, who have prized the likes of Luis Suarez, and more recently Philippe Coutinho from Anfield, are now plotting yet another stunning move for a Kop star. As per reports, 44-goal hero Mohamed Salah is close to securing…
Manchester United’s longest transfer saga of the previous summer is back to haunt them. The Red Devils were desperately scouting for a striker after Zlatan Ibrahimovic left the club at the end of the 2016/17 season. Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann was reportedly at the top of their wishlist, but the French international decided to…
Samuel Umtiti has perhaps been the name most touted to join Manchester United this summer. The Frenchman has had constant links of an exit, with his unhappiness at Barca not giving him a bumper renewal being cited as the reason behind a probable departure. Add to the fact that he has a release clause of…
Manchester United have been hunting for an apt left-back for far too long. Luke Shaw’s departure seems imminent, and Ashley Young, despite his brilliance, is simply not a long-term assurance nor a specialist in the left-back position. As of such, numerous stars have been linked with a transfer to Old Trafford, and the most recent…
Samuel Umtiti seems to have added fire to stories that he is close to a move to Manchester United. Jose Mourinho, who has now purchased two centre-backs in the last two summer transfer windows, used neither for the FA Cup final, which shows that he is still in need of a defender who can be…
There could be good news waiting for Atletico Madrid fans, as reports claim that talisman Antoine Griezmann is reportedly set to stay at the club and snub Barcelona in the process. Reports have been doing the rounds since quite some time that the Frenchman is set to join the newly crowned La Liga champions and…
La Liga winners Barcelona are easily one of the strongest squads in Europe at the moment, but their early exit from Champions League will make Ernesto Valverde a bit nervous for next season. Therefore, the manager is already planning for ways to improve the squad, with his team being linked with some of the finest…
La Liga champions Barcelona bid farewell to legendary midfielder Andres Iniesta, as the Spaniard played his final game for the Catalan giants in their 1-0 win over Real Sociedad. The 34-year-old player saw his 22-year-old stint with the club finally come to an end at the Camp Nou. Barcelona fans formed a mosaic with the message…
Ernesto Valverde may have helped Barcelona to a domestic brace in his first season at Camp Nou, but the early exit from the Champions League will mean that he will be busy in the summer transfer window this year. The Catalan giants are linked with a number of exciting stars for a move this summer, and…
Manchester United have been linked with Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti all this while, and now, they have boosted their chances of getting the Frenchman. Manager Jose Mourinho is said to be an admirer of the player, who has made 40 appearances for the Catalan giants this season. He played a key role in their Spanish…
United have proposed a swap deal to Atletico Madrid in the hopes of signing Antoine Griezmann. The Red Devils have been long-term admirers of the France international, and they almost secured his services last summer, only to get turned down by the player due to the transfer ban imposed on the La Liga outfit. The…
Ousmane Dembele returned to Barcelona starting eleven on Wednesday night and showcased quality performance throughout the fixture. The talented figure was unfortunately benched for the derby against Real Madrid. Nevertheless, he returned to action and marked two goals up his name against Villarreal. With certain reports claiming Jurgen Klopp wishes to haul the youngster over…
Barcelona have had an impressive season, at least on the domestic front. Triumphs in the La Liga and Copa Del Rey will be marred solely by a premature UEFA Champions League exit at the hands of Roma. Regardless, the eyes are on next season and on a lineup that will sustain their spot as one…
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has admitted that he has been in contact with Antoine Griezmann’s agent. Following the Frenchman’s failed move to United last summer due to the transfer ban imposed on Atletico Madrid, the Red Devils seem to have fallen behind in the race for his services, with Barcelona emerging as the new favourites.…
United face numerous issues ahead of next season. Jose Mourinho has been rambling on and on about the need for an apt central midfielder to replace the retiring Michael Carrick in the heart of their midfield. Further, should he opt to alter the shape of the team from the 4-3-3 they currently sport, his other…
Luis Suarez appears to have accidentally confirmed that Antoine Griezmann will sign for Barcelona this summer. Griezmann’s future has been up in the air for the last two years now, and he came incredibly close to signing for MUFC last summer. Personal terms had also been agreed, but the forward chose to stay in the…
El Clasico is a fixture which seldom fails to excite dynamism amongst the La Liga supporters. And accordingly, it was electrifying this time around as well, although neither team failed to ascertain authority, as the scoreline split two each when the final whistle blew at Camp Nou. Barcelona’s prime motive was to get through without…
Real Madrid held 10-man Barcelona to a 2-2 draw at the Camp Nou, as there was plenty of drama and thrills in 90 minutes of breathtaking football. The referee made some poor decisions on the pitch that saw both clubs feel disheartened in an enthralling El Clasico. Barca were reduced to 10 men after Sergi…
United will have to wait for 30 days to find out whether Ivan Rakitic wants to join them, according to reports in Spain. The Croatian has been linked with a move to Old Trafford recently, and reports have suggested that he is keen on a change of clubs. However, he will first assess his options…
Marcus Rashford could be set for a sensational move away from Man Utd, with a number of top clubs in Europe making their interest known. The 20-year-old is easily one of the best young talents in the world at the moment, and Man Utd are determined to hold on to him. Jose Mourinho considers the starlet as…
The season draws to a close, and Manchester United will already be eager for the summer transfer window to reopen so that they can go ahead with a squad reshuffle that will put them in the best position for success next season. While both centre-backs and left-backs seem to be the ideal options to pursue…
Barcelona may still be bitter about their Champions League exit to Roma. In order to lessen that pain though, the successful lifting of La Liga and Copa Del Rey titles respectively will certainly be the best kind of relief, as the club has established its domestic dominance quite splendidly. A strong set of players, both…
An era comes to an end. Needless to say, Barcelona have boasted of some of the most phenomenal talents over the last decade or so, and many of them have won hearts and minds with their antics. After 22 years of dedicated service to the club, Andres Iniesta has now confirmed that he will leave…
Backtrack to almost a year and reports were strife as to how much young talent was truly worth. The blockbuster deals of Mbappe and Dembele broke numerous records and gave clubs that were nurturing youngsters much hope about potential big deals in the future. However, the risk with purchasing teenagers and developing talents is that…
Legends often find the love and respect they deserve on the pitch, and it’s even more sweet when rival team fans too, show their energy and appreciation. Ask Andres Iniesta and he will tell you what that feeling is, as he experienced it when he was substituted in the 88th minute in Barcelona’s 5-0 win…
Barcelona are a side with a point to prove, and their numerous records and a well-endowed trophy cabinet shows just that. As of such, it is understandable that the entire club would still be reeling in shock after their Champions League exit to Roma. Barca would have reckoned their 4-1 lead was more than enough…
Being available for a transfer can often feel like watching vultures waiting to swoop on you. Only in this instance, the amorous birds of prey are European powerhouses, and the reason behind the interest is a talent beaming with potential and perhaps wronged by his existing club. Anthony Martial has managed to attract a host…
Marc-Andre Ter Stegen has reportedly confided in friends that he believes Man Utd will make an attempt to sign him in the summer. David De Gea looks likely to stay at Old Trafford beyond the summer, but there still remains a degree of uncertainty around his future, as Real Madrid continue to show an interest…
Barcelona are remaining calm about the impasse in negotiations over a new contract for Samuel Umtiti, and will not rush into offering him an improved deal. Umtiti has been a crucial player for the Catalan giants this season, and is undoubtedly one of their best players. However, the defender has been upset at the differential…
Barcelona News
FC Barcelona is a football club based in Barcelona, Spain. Formed in the year 1899, it has since managed to establish itself as not only one of the biggest football clubs on the planet, but also as one of the most supported teams in the world.
Barcelona plays in the Spanish La Liga – a title the club has won 26 times. The club’s other major titles include 30 Copa del Rey titles, 13 Supercopa de España titles, 5 UEFA Champions Leagues, 5 UEFA Super Cups, 4 UEFA Cup Winners Cups, and 3 FIFA Club World Cups.
The club is home to some of the best footballers in the world, including the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Frenkie de Jong, amongst others. The current head coach is Quique Setien.
Barcelona’s main colours are blue and red – as evident from their home shirts every season. The club’s crest consists of the St. George Cross in the upper-left corner, and the Catalan flag on the upper-right, with the team’s primary colours at the bottom. Its current home ground is the Camp Nou stadium.
Here at BlameFootball, we provide a thorough coverage of Barcelona news. Our website delivers up to date information on Barcelona transfer news and speculation, as well as the latest team news, live scores, match updates, and performance statistics.
