Leeds United's Raphinha celebrates scoring their first goal on May 22, 2022
How Barcelona could line up with Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski
Sports Mole takes a look at how Xavi's Barcelona side could line up for the 2022-23 campaign with both Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski in their starting XI.
Jul 14, 09:14
Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona on April 18, 2022
Frenkie de Jong agents 'tell Barcelona the midfielder has no intention of leaving'
Frenkie de Jong's agents Ali Dursun and Hasan Cetinkaya tell Barcelona that their client has no intention of leaving Camp Nou, according to a report.
Jul 13, 13:19
Barcelona coach Xavi during the match on April 18, 2022
Xavi 'tells Barcelona to offload six players'
Barcelona boss Xavi reportedly identifies six players he wants the club to sell this summer, including Memphis Depay and Samuel Umtiti.
Jul 12, 17:09
Leeds United's Raphinha celebrates scoring their first goal on May 22, 2022
Leeds United 'to accept €68m Raphinha bid from Barcelona'
Leeds United are reportedly set to accept Barcelona's bid to sign attacker Raphinha, which could rise to €68m (£57.7m) with add-ons.
Jul 12, 13:34
Barcelona coach Xavi on March 20, 2022
Five players left out of Xavi's Barcelona squad for pre-season tour
Barcelona head coach Xavi has left out five players for the club's pre-season tour of the United States, including Riqui Puig and Samuel Umtiti.
Jul 11, 22:51
Barcelona's Sergio Busquets celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on May 1, 2022
Preview:Olot vs. Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's pre-season friendly between Olot and Barcelona, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 11, 18:19
Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona on April 18, 2022
Manchester United chiefs 'in Barcelona for Frenkie de Jong talks'
Manchester United chief executive Richard Arnold and football director John Murtough are in Barcelona for Frenkie de Jong talks, according to a report.
Jul 11, 17:09
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Frenkie de Jong 'not interested in Manchester United move'
Frenkie de Jong has no interest in leaving Barcelona for Manchester United this summer, according to a report.
Jul 10, 08:03
Ousmane Dembele in action for Barcelona in April 2022
Ousmane Dembele 'closer than ever to Barcelona renewal'
Ousmane Dembele is 'closer than ever' to signing a new deal at Barcelona, according to a report.
Jul 9, 08:38
Salernitana's Ederson in action with AC Milan's Ismael Bennacer in February 2022
Arsenal 'lining up £34m bid for Ismael Bennacer'
Arsenal are lining up a €40m (£34m) bid for AC Milan central midfielder Ismael Bennacer ahead of a potential move this summer, according to a report.
Jul 8, 22:36
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong pictured in October 2021
Frenkie de Jong 'favours Manchester United move despite Chelsea interest'
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong favours a move to Manchester United over Chelsea this summer, according to a report.
Jul 8, 11:19
Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen pictured on July 7, 2022
Barcelona 'cannot register Andreas Christensen, Franck Kessie'
Barcelona are reportedly unable to register new signings Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessie due to their financial problems.
Jul 7, 22:39
Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen pictured on July 7, 2022
Andreas Christensen "very proud" to join Barcelona
Central defender Andreas Christensen reveals his delight at securing a move to Barcelona this summer.
Jul 7, 13:57
Robert Lewandowski in action for Bayern Munich in February 2022
Joan Laporta provides update on Barcelona's bid to sign Robert Lewandowski
Barcelona president Joan Laporta reveals that his side are "waiting on" a response from Bayern Munich over a bid for Robert Lewandowski.
Jul 7, 13:19
Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie on July 6, 2022
Franck Kessie delighted to join "the greatest club in the world"
New Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie says that he has joined "the greatest club in the world".
Jul 6, 19:38
Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez in action for Argentina in February 2022
Manchester United 'on verge of completing Lisandro Martinez deal'
Manchester United win the race for Ajax centre-back Lisandro Martinez, according to a report.
Jul 6, 16:19
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Joan Laporta: 'Barcelona don't want to sell Frenkie de Jong'
Barcelona president Joan Laporta says that midfielder Frenkie de Jong is not for sale, despite prolonged speculation regarding a potential switch to Manchester United.
Jul 6, 14:15
Oscar Mingueza warms up for Barcelona in November 2021
Monza 'emerge as favourites for Barcelona defender Oscar Mingueza'
Monza reportedly emerge as the clear frontrunners to secure a deal for Barcelona defender Oscar Mingueza.
Jul 6, 12:19
Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere pictured before kickoff on March 26, 2022
Arsenal 'among clubs interested in Charles De Ketelaere'
Arsenal reportedly join the race to sign Club Brugge attacker Charles De Ketelaere, who is set to snub interest from AC Milan.
Jul 5, 14:03
Andreas Christensen pictured for Chelsea in August 2021
Barcelona confirm Andreas Christensen signing
Barcelona confirm that they have signed former Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen on a free transfer.
Jul 4, 14:54
AC Milan's Franck Kessie pictured on December 11, 2021
Barcelona confirm Franck Kessie arrival on a free transfer
Barcelona confirm the arrival of central midfielder Franck Kessie on a free transfer from AC Milan.
Jul 4, 12:39
Manchester United's Eric Bailly pictured on December 8, 2021
Transfer rumours: Bailly to Fulham, Dybala to Napoli, Hickey to Brentford
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer rumours, as Napoli join the race for Paulo Dybala and Brentford close in on the signing of Aaron Hickey.
Jul 3, 09:29
Chelsea's Marcos Alonso celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on August 14, 2021
Barcelona 'closing in on deal for Chelsea's Marcos Alonso'
Barcelona are close to reaching an agreement with Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso over a move to the club, according to a report.
Jul 2, 12:40
Brentford's Christian Eriksen applauds fans after the match on April 10, 2022
The 10 most valuable free agents on the market
Sports Mole takes a look at the 10 most valuable free agents on the market following the expiration of contracts across the globe.
Jul 2, 10:25
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Chelsea 'could move for Frenkie de Jong if Manchester United transfer collapses'
Chelsea could reportedly try to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong if the 25-year-old's proposed switch to Manchester United falls through.
Jul 1, 22:23
FC Barcelona's Samuel Umtiti, December 18, 2021
Xavi 'tells four Barcelona players to find new clubs'
Barcelona boss Xavi tells Oscar Mingueza, Riqui Puig, Samuel Umtiti and Martin Braithwaite to find new clubs this summer, according to a report.
Jun 30, 17:08
Wolverhampton Wanderers' Ruben Neves during the match on December 11, 2021
Ruben Neves 'to stay at Wolverhampton Wanderers'
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly expected to retain the services of Ruben Neves, despite interest from a number of top European clubs.
Jun 30, 10:39
Memphis Depay in action for Barcelona in March 2022
Barcelona 'open to summer offers for Memphis Depay'
Barcelona will listen to any offers that arrive for Memphis Depay this summer, according to a report.
Jun 29, 17:27
Harry Maguire pictured on April 9, 2022
Manchester United 'reject Barcelona offer for Harry Maguire'
Manchester United reportedly reject a proposal from Barcelona which would see Harry Maguire head to Camp Nou as part of a deal for Frenkie de Jong.
Jun 26, 22:38
 Manchester United's Edinson Cavani during the warm up, January 3, 2022
Five free agents that Barcelona could target this summer
Sports Mole picks out five free agents that Barcelona could attempt to sign this summer.
Jun 24, 18:25
Ruben Neves warms up for Wolverhampton Wanderers in March 2022
Barcelona, Manchester United 'learn Ruben Neves asking price'
Wolverhampton Wanderers put a valuation of £70m on Ruben Neves amid interest from Barcelona and Manchester United, according to a report.
Jun 23, 14:37
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Manchester United 'confident Barcelona will lower Frenkie de Jong price'
Manchester United reportedly expect Barcelona to lower their £73m asking price for midfielder Frenkie de Jong after seeing a £60.1m offer rejected.
Jun 18, 11:22
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong pictured in October 2021
Barcelona could raise £131m from player sales this summer
Barcelona could raise as much as £131m through player sales this summer, with Frenkie de Jong among those potentially leaving.
Jun 17, 15:57
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Barcelona 'lower Frenkie de Jong asking price to £70m'
Barcelona are reportedly willing to lower the asking price of midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who is a transfer target for Manchester United.
Jun 14, 12:00
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their third goal to complete his hat-trick on March 8, 2022
Paris Saint-Germain looking to hijack Barcelona bid for Robert Lewandowski?
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly contemplating whether to try to hijack Barcelona's bid for Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski.
Jun 14, 08:14
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Joan Laporta opens door to Frenkie de Jong Barcelona exit?
Barcelona president Joan Laporta reveals that the club may have to sell players this summer, amidst rumours of a potential move for Frenkie de Jong to Manchester United.
Jun 11, 22:43
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Barcelona 'yet to receive official Frenkie de Jong bid from Manchester United'
Barcelona have not received an official bid from Manchester United for Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong, according to a report.
Jun 7, 11:19
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Frenkie de Jong: 'I prefer to stay at Barcelona over Manchester United'
Manchester United-linked midfielder Frenkie de Jong reaffirms his desire to stay at Barcelona, where he is under contract until the summer of 2026.
Jun 6, 11:18
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Manchester United 'close to agreeing Frenkie de Jong fee'
Manchester United are reportedly close to agreeing a fee with Barcelona for midfielder Frenkie de Jong after a breakthrough in negotiations.
Jun 5, 06:58
Barcelona president Joan Laporta during the press conference on February 1, 2022
Barcelona 'to ask captains to take 50% pay cut'
Barcelona prepare to ask their four captains to take a further 50% pay cut in the coming weeks due to the club's continued financial problems, according to a report.
Jun 3, 16:54
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