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A general shot of Barcelona's Camp Nou taken in June 2020

Barcelona head coach Xavi on July 30, 2023
Barcelona confirm that head coach Xavi has reversed his decision to leave this summer and will remain in charge of the Catalan giants beyond the end of the season.
Apr 25, 14:20
 Barcelona head coach Xavi on January 21, 2024
Xavi reverses his decision to stand down as Barcelona manager this summer and will remain at the club until at least June 2025, according to a report.
Apr 24, 19:31
 Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) coach Luis Enrique on February 14, 2024
Barcelona reportedly consider re-hiring former head coach and current Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique as Xavi's successor this summer.
Mar 4, 15:41
 Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi on February 18, 2024
Barcelona reportedly face a losing battle to hire Brighton & Hove Albion's Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach due to his €15m (£12.9m) release clause.
Mar 3, 16:33
 Germany coach Hansi Flick before the match on September 9, 2023
Barcelona reportedly open discussions with former Germany and Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick over replacing Xavi as head coach this summer.
Mar 3, 09:31
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta celebrates after the match on February 4, 2024
Barcelona 'give up hope of appointing Mikel Arteta as Xavi replacement'
Barcelona reportedly concede defeat in their hopes of appointing Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta as Xavi's successor.
Feb 28, 20:15
 Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi on January 2, 2024
Barcelona identify Brighton & Hove Albion boss Roberto De Zerbi as their number one candidate to succeed Xavi as head coach, according to a report.
Feb 17, 18:34
 Austria coach Ralf Rangnick before the match on June 20, 2023
Austria head coach Ralf Rangnick reportedly emerges as a candidate to become the new manager of Barcelona, who will part ways with Xavi at the end of the season.
Feb 15, 15:18
 Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso before the match on January 13, 2024
Barcelona 'enter race for Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso'
Barcelona are reportedly set to enter the race to secure the services of Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, who continues to be linked with the Liverpool job
Feb 13, 13:32
 Rafael Marquez in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2010
Deco calls Rafael Marquez "an emergency solution" for Barcelona
Barcelona sporting director Deco says that Barcelona B boss Rafael Marquez is not a frontrunner for the managerial position at the club.
Feb 8, 16:28
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts on January 31, 2024
Barcelona reportedly plan to pull out all the stops in a bid to convince outgoing Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp to join the club as their new manager this summer.
Feb 2, 15:18
 Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel before the match on November 24, 2023
Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel hints at interest in taking over as Barcelona boss following Xavi's decision to leave the club at the end of the season.
Jan 29, 00:01
 Rafael Marquez in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2010
Barcelona B head coach Rafael Marquez expresses an interest in becoming the team's new first-team manager.
Jan 28, 09:18
 Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel during the game with Dinamo Zagreb on September 6, 2022.
Former Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel is waiting for the Barcelona or Real Madrid job to become available, according to a report.
Jan 21, 12:41
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Al-Sadd confirm that Xavi is set to return to Barcelona as the club's new head coach, with the Spaniard being granted permission to leave his current team.
Nov 5, 12:12
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Barcelona are close to appointing Xavi as their new head coach after talks with Al-Sadd, according to a report.
Nov 3, 13:12
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Barcelona reportedly plan to reveal Xavi as their new head coach on Thursday, with the Al-Sadd boss in line to succeed Ronald Koeman.
Nov 2, 23:32
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Barcelona's pursuit of Xavi as their next manager has infuriated the Spaniard's current side Al-Sadd, according to a report.
Nov 1, 12:44
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Al-Sadd respond to rumours linking Xavi to Barcelona
Al Sadd release a statement following rumours linking Xavi with Barcelona, reaffirming that the Spaniard has two years left on his contract in Qatar.
Oct 29, 22:19
 Xavi celebrates winning the Champions League with Barcelona in June 2015
Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirms that the Catalan giants are in contact with Xavi, as the club seek a new manager.
Oct 29, 17:21
 Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte pictured on November 22, 2020
Antonio Conte 'in the running for Barcelona job despite Xavi talk'
Barcelona have reportedly not ruled out appointing Antonio Conte as head coach despite talk of Xavi's return.
Oct 29, 11:33
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Xavi - the leading candidate to replace Ronald Koeman as Barcelona boss - will reportedly meet with Al Sadd bosses on Thursday in the hope of agreeing an exit with the club.
Oct 28, 12:37
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Barcelona 'have been in contact with Xavi for weeks' over manager's job
Talks will continue today between Barcelona and Xavi about the manager's role at the Camp Nou, according to a report.
Oct 28, 07:45
 Spain coach Luis Enrique on June 28, 2021
Spain manager Luis Enrique rules out a return to Barcelona, who he led to a Champions League title in 2015, amidst growing rumours of Ronald Koeman's departure.
Sep 30, 12:06
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on August 28, 2021
Barcelona 'add Jurgen Klopp to managerial wish list'
La Liga giants Barcelona reportedly add Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp to their list of managerial targets should Ronald Koeman be dismissed.
Sep 30, 11:55
 Juventus head coach Andrea Pirlo pictured in February 2021
Andrea Pirlo 'on three-man shortlist to replace Ronald Koeman at Barcelona'
Former Juventus boss Andrea Pirlo is on a three-man shortlist to replace Ronald Koeman at Barcelona should he get sacked, according to a report.
Sep 30, 10:38
 Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman on May 16, 2021
Former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola believes that Ronald Koeman is the "ideal coach" for La Blaugrana next season, despite an underwhelming first campaign.
Jun 7, 17:30
 Barcelona head coach Ronald Koeman pictured on January 24, 2021
Ronald Koeman 'set for pay cut in new Barcelona contract'
Head coach Ronald Koeman is reportedly willing to accept a pay cut in order to pen an extended contract at Barcelona.
Jun 2, 08:11
 Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman on May 16, 2021
Joan Laporta sets out timeline for Ronald Koeman decision
Barcelona president Joan Laporta affirms that a decision over Ronald Koeman's future will be made within seven to 10 days following showdown talks.
Jun 1, 11:45
 Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman on May 16, 2021
Ronald Koeman's future as Barcelona's head coach reportedly remains unresolved after showdown talks with president Joan Laporta.
May 25, 23:16
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, May 9 2021
Barcelona 'considering Arsenal's Mikel Arteta as new manager'
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly under consideration for the Barcelona job as Ronald Koeman faces crunch talks with president Joan Laporta.
May 24, 17:09
 Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman on May 16, 2021
Ronald Koeman 'set for showdown talks over Barcelona future'
Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman will reportedly meet with president Joan Laporta later this week to discuss his Camp Nou future.
May 24, 12:11
 Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman pictured in February 2021
Barcelona president Joan Laporta is reportedly considering sacking manager Ronald Koeman, with Xavi a candidate to take over in Catalonia.
May 18, 16:59
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the match on May 8, 2021
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp 'among candidates for Barcelona job'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reportedly emerges as a candidate for the Barcelona job amid uncertainty surrounding Ronald Koeman's future.
May 17, 11:45
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Al-Sadd manager Xavi is in talks with Barcelona over returning to the club as Ronald Koeman's successor in the dugout, according to a report.
May 16, 22:45
 Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick pictured on April 10, 2021
Barcelona considering Hansi Flick as Ronald Koeman replacement?
A report claims that Barcelona have reached out to the representatives of Hansi Flick, who is set to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season.
May 13, 08:44
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Xavi confirms he is in contact with Barcelona president Joan Laporta
Barcelona legend Xavi backs Joan Laporta to resolve the club's issues and says that he is in regular contact with the newly-elected president.
Mar 16, 13:48
 Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman pictured in October 2020
Interim Barcelona president rules out Ronald Koeman sack
Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman receives a public backing from interim president Carles Tusquets after the Blaugrana dropped more points against Valencia.
Dec 20, 18:01
 Gerard Pique in action for Barcelona on October 2, 2019
Some of Barcelona's older players may find themselves under the spotlight.
Aug 19, 15:03
 Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman before the match against England on March 23, 2018
The 57-year-old played for Barca between 1989 and 1995.
Aug 19, 09:47
 Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman on September 6, 2019
The Dutchman succeeds Quique Setien in the role.
Aug 19, 09:46
 Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman on September 6, 2019
The Holland coach, who played for Barca between 1989 and 1995, has expressed his interest in replacing Quique Setien.
Aug 18, 19:50
 Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman before the match against England on March 23, 2018
Quique Setien was sacked as head coach on Monday evening.
Aug 18, 15:53
 Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman on September 6, 2019
Holland manager Ronald Koeman won four LaLiga titles during his six years as a player at the Nou Camp.
Aug 18, 13:20
 Barcelona boss Quique Setien watches on as his side are dismantled by Bayern Munich on August 15, 2020
Holland boss Ronald Koeman is among those linked to the vacant role at the Nou Camp.
Aug 17, 21:05
 Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman on September 6, 2019
Quique Setien was dismissed following Barca's embarrassing mauling at the hands of Bayern Munich.
Aug 17, 19:42
 Barcelona manager Quique Setien pictured in January 2020
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu appears to confirm Quique Setien sacking
Josep Maria Bartomeu seems to have confirmed the imminent departure of Barcelona head coach Quique Setien on the back of last week's 8-2 loss against Bayern Munich.
Aug 17, 08:05
 Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman on September 6, 2019
Ronald Koeman - currently in charge of the Netherlands - is the favourite to replace Quique Setien as Barcelona boss, according to a report.
Aug 16, 18:13
 Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino prowls the touchline on September 28, 2019
Sports Mole looks at five contenders to replace head coach Quique Setien at Barcelona following the club's humiliating 8-2 loss to Bayern Munich.
Aug 16, 11:22
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Barcelona's all-time record appearance-maker Xavi rules out taking over as the club's manager anytime soon due to "external noise" surrounding the Catalan giants.
Aug 13, 13:56
 Arsene Wenger pictured in February 2019
Arsene Wenger 'rejects offer to replace Quique Setien at Barcelona'
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reportedly rejects an offer to take over from Quique Setien as Barcelona boss.
Aug 13, 09:46
 Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino prowls the touchline on September 28, 2019
Mauricio Pochettino on Barcelona links: "You never know what will happen in life"
Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino backtracks on previous comments that he would never consider managing Barcelona.
Aug 3, 12:04
 Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019
Barcelona could reportedly move for Mauricio Pochettino as a replacement for current head coach Quique Setien.
Jul 22, 17:14
 Laurent Blanc in charge of Paris Saint-Germain in May 2016
Barcelona 'to appoint ex-Paris Saint-Germain boss Laurent Blanc for one season'
Laurent Blanc, out of work since leaving Paris Saint-Germain in 2016, is reportedly in contention to succeed Quique Setien as Barcelona's next head coach.
Jul 21, 18:13
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Josep Maria Bartomeu confirms that Xavi will be Barcelona manager
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu confirms that the club's record appearance-maker Xavi will take over as manager "sooner or later".
Jul 13, 07:47
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
The former midfielder won eight league titles and four Champions Leagues with the club.
Mar 29, 11:56
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi reportedly agrees to assume the managerial position from Ernesto Valverde in the summer.
Jan 12, 17:52
 Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Al Sadd sporting director Muhammad Ghulam Al Balushi confirmed ahead of the Qatari side's game on Saturday that an approach had been made.
Jan 12, 09:18
 Xavi celebrates winning the Champions League with Barcelona in June 2015
Xavi played the vast majority of his career at the Nou Camp.
Jan 10, 21:24
 Monaco coach Thierry Henry reacts on January 16, 2019
Barcelona 'considered appointing Thierry Henry as manager last season'
Barcelona were reportedly interested in appointing Thierry Henry as manager last season before Ernesto Valverde signed a contract extension with the club.
Nov 18, 00:04
 Ernesto Valverde in charge of Barcelona on October 6, 2019
Barcelona players reportedly remain behind manager Ernesto Valverde amid calls for the Spaniard to be sacked following a poor run of results for the Catalan side.
Nov 8, 23:28
 Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman before the match against England on March 23, 2018
Ronald Koeman reveals Barcelona clause in Netherlands contract
Ronald Koeman confirms that there is a clause in his contract with the Netherlands national team that precludes him from taking the Barcelona job until after Euro 2020.
Nov 4, 20:31
 Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde watches on during his side's match against Liverpool on May 1, 2019
Barcelona 'decide to stick with Ernesto Valverde'
Ernesto Valverde will remain in charge of Barcelona for the 2019-20 campaign, according to a report.
May 28, 22:13
 Roberto Martinez pictured ahead of Belgium's Euro 2020 qualifier against Russia on March 21, 2019
Roberto Martinez refuses to rule out Barcelona job
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez refuses to rule out a move to Barcelona as a replacement for Ernesto Valverde.
May 28, 20:10
 Arsenal manager Unai Emery pictured on May 12, 2019
Unai Emery a contender to replace Ernesto Valverde at Barcelona?
Unai Emery is reportedly a rumoured contender to become Barcelona's next manager should Ernesto Valverde be sacked this week, despite his mixed first season with Arsenal.
May 28, 11:45
 Roberto Martinez pictured ahead of Belgium's Euro 2020 qualifier against Russia on March 21, 2019
Roberto Martinez being lined up for Barcelona job?
Roberto Martinez is the leading contender to replace Ernesto Valverde as the next manager of Barcelona, according to a report.
May 28, 08:45