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In the midst of many news being recycled in order to sell papers and headlines, I take a look at some of the most talked about players when it comes to Barcelona’s upcoming transfer window, filter the reliable from the recycled, and give my take on the deals, in this second installment of the new series, ROUND-UP.
The past few days have been really hectic when it comes to Barcelona, and as Matthijs de Ligt and Antoine Griezmann edge closer to Barcelona, Ivan Rakitic and Ernesto Valverde could be on their way out. Read it all – and more – in this edition of Round-Up!
Barcelona, after missing out on the Champions League semi-finals for three consecutive years, were desperate not to make it a fourth. They showed what the Barça style was all about, in a night that truly was one to savor and remember.
Luka Jovic and Matthijs de Ligt edge closer and closer to Barcelona, who prioritize both players very highly, and it’s not unlikely that both players will be wearing Blaugrana shirts at the Camp Nou next season, as the business end of the season approaches.
After months of speculation, Ajax captain, Matthijs de Ligt, has edged closer to a move to his best friend, Frenkie de Jong’s coming club, FC Barcelona.
Barcelona beat Real Madrid, who despite their constant domination in the first half, and parts of the second half, simply couldn’t hit the back of the net. Barcelona’s efficiency in front of goal landed them the ticket to the Copa del Rey final at the Villamarín on May 25.
As Barcelona look to plan for the future – both near and far – Ajax Amsterdam’s André Onana is the newest man on the Club’s shortlist.
Barcelona face Olympique Lyon in a two-legged tie, with the return fixture being at the Camp Nou, but the first one being part of a tight schedule, when Barcelona visit the Groupama Stadium on February 19.
Barcelona faced Valladolid in a game that came after a week’s rest, and right before three games in 8 days, and had it all set on the table to go out and win, which they did – but only just.
After months of speculation on several Barça members’ future in the club, among those Ivan Rakitic and Ernesto Valverde, the former’s future has been announced by the club: he’s staying for at least another season – until that of 2019/20, and has an optional year in his contract for the 2020/21-season, one which has to be triggered by both club and manager.
