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Barcelona are showing that a full-scale financial meltdown is no excuse to stop spending, and have scraped together £49m in coppers to sign Raphinha. “FC Barcelona and Leeds United Football Club have reached an agreement in principle for the transfer of Raphael Dias Belloli, better known as Raphinha,” droned a needlessly formal Barça statement. Having it plastered on to the front of their shirts doesn’t send a good message” – Paul Merson, who has spoken candidly about his battles with gambling, alcohol and drug addiction, takes aim at the nine Premier League clubs who will sport betting firm sponsorship on either the front of their shirts or on the sleeve in the upcoming season. Then: Fabrizio Romano sends here-we-go tweet, announcement of agreement in principle, thumbs-up from player dripping in electrodes at their medical, DONE DEAL – then a brief pause before player posts their #lovedmytime message to the fans on social media. Player makes noises about a “new challenge”, or manager waxes lyrical about “club legend” who is about to be unceremoniously booted through the Door Marked Do One. Talks are scheduled in a swish, air-conditioned office on neutral turf. To be clear, The Fiver has no issue with yer actual football – whether it’s Germany and Spain playing exquisitely to type at Euro 2022, Manchester United getting fans overexcited with a 4-0 friendly win and ostentatious trophy lift, or Vikingur Reykjavik and Malmö serving up an 11-goal Big Cup classic. A window has been opened for the first time since 2004, and nobody’s seen The Man since he popped out for a Cornetto five days ago.

It seems the transfer saga involving Raphinha and Barca will finally come to an end soon, with reports claiming that the Catalan side and Leeds United have ...

It is for this reason that Leeds have essentially had to accept a relatively lower figure for the Brazilian's services, while Raphinha's reported five-year deal with the five-time UEFA Champions League winners will also see him earning significantly less than he would have if he had decided to continue his career in England. The Yorkshire club has reportedly accepted a total figure of €75 million (1.2 billion) for the winger's services, with an initial fee of €58 million (R998 million) to be paid and the difference being constituted of variables and add-ons, according to Mundo Deportivo. It seems the transfer saga involving Raphinha and Barca will finally come to an end soon, with reports claiming that the Catalan side and Leeds United have reached an agreement regarding a transfer fee for the player.

With a deal in principle agreement already in place, Barcelona can soon register Raphinha once the player passes his medical in Catalonia. Advertisement.

One of the new signings in Kessie is already tipped to feature in his first game for his new club, during the upcoming friendly against Olot later this evening. Upon completion of his medical, the Leeds United forward is set to become the third major signing for FC Barcelona this month, joining a list that includes Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen. Anticipating an exit this summer, the forward had been training in England rather than joining the Leeds United camp on their pre-season trip to Australia. And it appears it is only a matter of time before the Brazilian can be unveiled as a Barça player.

Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign Raphinha from Leeds. GOAL can confirm the Catalan club will pay the Premier League side £55 million ($77m) up front, ...

In the end, he chose Barca, with agent and former member of both clubs Deco taking charge of the deal. Leeds have confirmed an agreement with Barca for the sale of Raphinha in a statement on their website, which reads: "We can confirm that an agreement in principle has been reached with FC Barcelona for the transfer of Raphinha. Barcelona and Leeds have confirmed that an agreement is in place for Raphinha to move to the Spanish club in a deal worth up to €65 million (£55m/$65m). The Brazil winger will now undergo a medical and sign his Barcelona contract, which will run through 2027, on Wednesday as he prepares to seal his move to La Liga.

Raphinha is signing for Barcelona. But how much does the Brazilian, Franck Kessie, Frenkie De Jong, Pedri and the rest of the squad earn?

12. Neto – £98,000-per-week 4. Sergi Roberto – £164,000-per-week 13. Martin Braithwaite – £98,000-per-week 17. Sergiño Dest – £64,000-per-week 18. Riqui Puig – £64,000-per-week 21. Pedri – £32,000-per-week

Barca did not give any details as per transfer fees that will be paid for the 25-year-old, but the signing is said to involve a €58m fixed fee which could rise ...

The Porto Alegre native can now join the Blaugrana on their preseason tour of the United States, which will take in friendlies against the likes of Inter Miami, Real Madrid and Juventus. Now the deal appears to have been completed, Raphinha is FC Barcelona and first team coach Xavi Hernandez's maiden marquee signing of the summer after Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen were picked up on free transfers. FC Barcelona have announced the signing of Raphinha from Leeds United.

Having begun their pre-season training on July 4, Barcelona will soon be playing their first friendly later tonight when they take on Olot, with a squad ...

Barça and Juventus have played against each other on four occasions in the past in the United States. The latest such encounter happened in 2017, with the Catalans emerging victorious on that occasion at the Metlife Stadium, New Jersey. The Catalans will kick things off on July 19 against David Beckham’s Inter Miami FC before they lock horns with arch-rivals Real Madrid in a pre-season El Clasico on July 23 in Las Vegas. Having begun their pre-season training on July 4, Barcelona will soon be playing their first friendly later tonight when they take on Olot, with a squad largely comprising of youth players.

As Barcelona look to bolster their squad with incomings, head coach Xavi is eager to balance the squad with some outgoings and has reportedly told the club ...

The Dutchman has seen his minutes decline since the Spanish tactician's arrival in the Camp Nou hot seat in November last year, and is thus likely to be sold during this transfer window. The Blaugrana have already welcomed Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessie to the club in this transfer window, with both signed on free transfers. As Barcelona look to bolster their squad with incomings, head coach Xavi is eager to balance the squad with some outgoings and has reportedly told the club to get rid of six players in this transfer window.

Barcelona manager Xavi is reportedly planning to offload seven more players during the summer transfer window. Among those expected to the leave the club ...

According to The Sun, Xavi is now looking to offload seven more players during the summer transfer window. Xavi is reportedly planning to offload seven more players during the summer transfer window Barcelona manager Xavi is reportedly planning to offload seven more players during the summer transfer window.

The agreement to sign Brazil international Raphinha was pending the 25-year-old winger passing a medical. Leeds also confirmed it had reached an agreement ...

Leeds also confirmed it had reached an agreement in principle with Barcelona. Dembélé performed well this past season after refusing to leave on a loan. Leeds also confirmed it had reached an agreement in principle with Barcelona.

Brazil winger Raphinha, who played a pivotal role in Leeds United retaining their place in the Premier League last season, is poised to sign for Barcelona ...

Barcelona said they were buying: "a winger who is excellent in one on ones, taking on defenders being a key part of his game." Brazil winger Raphinha, who played a pivotal role in Leeds United retaining their place in the Premier League last season, is poised to sign for Barcelona after the clubs agreed to the deal in principle on Wednesday. "Barcelona and Leeds United Football Club have reached an agreement in principle for the transfer of Raphael Dias Belloli, Raphinha, pending the player passing his medical," read a statement on the Barcelona website.

FC Barcelona top 5 most expensive signings ... Barcelona reportedly hope to force at least four players out of the club after the cash-strapped Catalans clinched ...

Tottenham are the latest club linked with Depay, however, reports in Spain suggest the player has snubbed a move to north London. It is thought the Catalans will now actively seek to 'force' a number of players out of the club this summer, including the likes of Depay, Umtiti, Braithwaite and Neto. Barcelona president Joan Laporta has also confirmed an agreement has been reached with Ousmane Dembele over a new contract, despite the club's enormous debts.

It will be an opportunity for Xavi Hernandez to get a closer look at some of the newer players for the first time before they eventually jet off to the United ...

Against Olot, he will likely be fielded as the right-back, effectively giving the American international the opportunity to start the pre-season on a positive note. Xavi has recently entertained the prospect of employing Nico Gonzalez as a defensive midfielder next season. Alejandro Balde, meanwhile, is tipped to earn a start on the opposite flank.

The former Arsenal striker latched on to a wonderful long ball from goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, before finding an exceptional finish from outside the ...

Pedri had two of the better chances of the second half saved by goalkeeper Albert Batalla Ansu Fati also played 45 minutes, with midfield outcast Miralem Pjanic and Alex Collado also getting a run out in the second half having returned from their loans at Besiktas and Granada. Pedri - who was one of nine changes made at the break by Xavi - had two of the better chances of the second half saved by goalkeeper Albert Batalla, with the Catalan side often struggling to break their lower-league opponents down.

Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign Raphinha from Leeds. GOAL can confirm the Catalan club will pay the Premier League side £55 million ($77m) up front, ...

In the end, he chose Barca, with agent and former member of both clubs Deco taking charge of the deal. Leeds have confirmed an agreement with Barca for the sale of Raphinha in a statement on their website, which reads: "We can confirm that an agreement in principle has been reached with FC Barcelona for the transfer of Raphinha. Barcelona and Leeds have confirmed that an agreement is in place for Raphinha to move to the Spanish club in a deal worth up to €65 million (£55m/$65m). The Brazil winger will now undergo a medical and sign his Barcelona contract, which will run through 2027, on Wednesday as he prepares to seal his move to La Liga.

The 25-year-old Brazilian international is set for a move to the Camp Nou reportedly worth €58 million ($58.2 million).

Meanwhile, Barcelona has continued to push forward in the transfer market despite its financial issues over the last two years. However, the club made two major signings in U.S. internationals Brenden Aaronson and Tyler Adams to pair with American manager Jesse Marsch. Arsenal was also reportedly in the running for the Brazilian.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang lit up Barcelona's first pre-season friendly with a superb goal as they took on Spanish lower-league side UE Olot.

As Bundesliga fans know, he is a bit extravagant with his clothes, his glasses, and his haircut. “I tried to get a bit of German discipline into his head, like punctuality, for example. However, you should be careful not to destroy your creativity with too much discipline.

Barcelona fans were delighted when they found out they had pipped Real Madrid to another talented young Spanish midfielder in Pablo Torre.

Manager Xavi Hernandez will have a job on his hands to ensure the hype does not go into overdrive this preseason. Cool on the ball and exhibiting an excellent weight of pass, he looked at home during his 45 minutes on the pitch. Fellow new signing Franck Kessie also played his first minutes, leaving a good impression.

After weeks of negotiations, Barcelona have officially announced they have signed Brazilian winger, Raphinha, from Leeds United.

The 25-year-old is already in Barcelona ahead of his medical. Some speculated Raphinha’s signing depended on Dembele but that has not been the case. Somehow, someway, Barcelona managed to stave off competition from Chelsea who had already agreed with Leeds on a transfer.

After president Joan Laporta said on Wednesday that the Frenchman was set to pen a new deal at the Blaugrana, it has been announced that he has signed a two- ...

Click through the gallery below to see the six players Xavi has reportedly ordered the club to get rid of in this window: According to reports, head coach Xavi Hernandez played a key role in convincing the ex-Bundesliga player to commit to a new deal after his blistering form contributed to a strong finish to the previous campaign. Dembele, 25, has faced an uncertain future in Spain due to his recent contract saga in LaLiga after his previous deal ran out following the 2021/22 campaign.

Amid confirmation of Barcelona's capture of Raphinha, it is quite easy to overlook the club's success in extending the contract of Ousmane Dembele.

The Blues ended up favouring a move for Raheem Sterling whereas the appointment of Luis Campos as director saw Paris Saint-Germain drop their pursuit, leaving Dembele with no choice but to re-negotiate with Barcelona. The Frenchman was almost on the verge of leaving Camp Nou but is now poised to pen a new two-year deal with the club. Dembele ended the season as Barça’s assist leader, with a total of 13 assists in just 21 league matches.

Barcelona have announced that they have re-signed Ousmane Dembele on a two-year contract that will keep him at Camp Nou through to 2024.

However, variables have also been included based on his participation and performance in the upcoming two seasons. Barcelona have announced that they have re-signed Ousmane Dembele on a two-year contract that will keep him at Camp Nou through to 2024. Dembele's previous deal with Barcelona ended on June 30 and the World Cup winner was a free agent.

Barcelona have announced that they have re-signed Ousmane Dembele on a two-year contract that will keep him at Camp Nou through to 2024.

However, variables have also been included based on his participation and performance in the upcoming two seasons. Barcelona have announced that they have re-signed Ousmane Dembele on a two-year contract that will keep him at Camp Nou through to 2024. Dembele's previous deal with Barcelona ended on June 30 and the World Cup winner was a free agent.

"FC Barcelona and the player Ousmane Dembele have reached an agreement for a contract until 30 June 2024," a statement read from the La Liga giants.

"Dembele was 20 years old when he joined Barça in the summer of 2017 from Borussia Dortmund, and made his debut on September 9 against Espanyol, contributing an assist to a 5-0 win. Through a litanny of assists, he helped Barca qualify for the Champions League next term but was still linked with moves away from Camp Nou to the likes of Chelsea and Paris Saint Germain. But despite his highly promising start, he never quite managed to get into his full stride due to an unfortunate string of different injuries," the club said of the 2018 World Cup winner.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang put the Catalans, who fielded a team largely comprised of youth players, in front in the 28th minute. However, the hosts equalised ...

It’s important that him and Pablo Torre start adapting to our style.” However, the hosts equalised close to the half-time whistle, courtesy of a penalty from Eloi Amagat. On his first impression of teenage new signing Pablo Torre, Xavi added: “Pablo Torre has a lot of talent, and he plays between the lines.

After months and months of rumours and speculations, Ousmane Dembele is set to pen a new contract with Barcelona. The 25-year-old became a free agent after ...

For now, though, Dembele will re-sign with Barcelona later today after over ten days as a free agent. As expected, manager Xavi Hernandez is believed to have played a key role in convincing Dembele to accept the club’s contract proposal. The 25-year-old became a free agent after his previous contract with the Catalans ran out on June 30.

Ousmane Dembele has agreed a new contract with Barcelona until 2024, the Catalan club confirmed on Thursday.

Barca told him to find a new club in January after failing to strike an agreement over a renewal. Any incomings at Camp Nou remain dependent on Barca selling another 15% stake in their domestic television rights. There was a breakthrough in recent days, though, and Dembele has finally agreed to commit his future to Barca for the next two years ahead of rejoining preseason training this week.

While Barcelona have accelerated their transfer activity over the past week or so, they continue to stumble in their efforts to offload midfield mainstay ...

Hence, Xavi is not opposed to sanctioning the midfielder’s sale. For Barça, selling de Jong is more due to an economic reason than a sporting issue. The offer Manchester United have reportedly tabled does not account for it, at the same time the lack of Champions League football is a major issue.

The 25-year-old, who was briefly a free agent, after seeing his original deal with the Catalan giants expire at the end of last month will now remain at the ...

Barcelona have announced winger Ousmane Dembele has agreed a new contract until 2024 Barcelona have announced Ousmane Dembele has agreed a new contract until the summer of 2024, bringing an end to months of transfer speculation. Fans have taken to social media to question how 'poor' the Catalan giants are with their budget announcement video. It has now been agreed and confirmed on social media by the Catalan giants with an announcement video that has been heavily criticised by fans. - Barcelona have announced Ousmane Dembele has agreed a new contract 'The worst contract extension clip ever': Ousmane Dembele pens a new two-year Barcelona deal to end speculation linking him with a move to Chelsea... but fans are left baffled by a budget announcement video which sees France star write on a whiteboard

Barcelona's kit number 11 has seen some of the Brazilian legends of the club grace it. Rivaldo and Neymar Jr. wove their magic at Barcelona donning the very ...

Rivaldo and Neymar Jr. wove their magic at Barcelona donning the very same number, and the spotlight now shifts to Raphinha. Despite all their financial troubles, Barcelona continue to be one of the most attractive and sought-after destinations for players across the world. His contract will see him stay at the club until the summer of 2027.

Ousmane Dembele has finally committed his future to Barcelona after signing a new two-year contract with the Spanish club. The French attacker had seen his ...

The 25-year-old scored one goal and registered 13 assists as Barca finished second in La Liga behind Real Madrid. "I'm very happy, Barcelona has been my dream club since I was a child. “With Ousmane and his agent we began conversations around July so it's been six months and a bit,” said director of football Mateu Alemany at the time.

Barcelona did not make his salary public but prior to the contract renewal, Dembele was among the highest paid players in the team while the club looked to ...

Barcelona has successfully convinced several players to take a wage cut as it tries to reduce its enormous debt. But with his contract expiring this summer, it appeared he would leave. Barcelona did not make his salary public but prior to the contract renewal, Dembele was among the highest paid players in the team while the club looked to reduce their wage bill to be in line with LaLiga's regulation.

Barcelona and Manchester United have already reached an agreement in full for de Jong's transfer. But the player's refusal to depart has been a major thorn in ...

Hence, he is also ready to sanction the exit. However, the player has been reluctant to leave the club. The Catalans also need any and all help with regard to their Financial Fair Play situation, which has forced them to act.

The Dutchman signed from Ajax for €75mn ($75.1mn) in 2019 has been the subject of transfer speculation since the end of the last La Liga season. On Thursday, it ...

"We have no intention of selling him and he wants to stay. Both in public and in private, De Jong has been adamant that he wants to stay put in Catalonia and has no intention of switching allegiances. FC Barcelona have told Frenkie de Jong that he must leave the club and join Manchester United.

For the first time since his move from Leeds United to Barcelona on Wednesday, Brazilian winger Raphinha has spoken about his switch to the Catalan giants.

I will fight to become a better player. "What I can say about myself is that I'm very excited to win. They knew this was a dream of mine to come here.

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona has reached an agreement with Manchester United for the potential transfer of Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong, ...

But the Barcelona official with knowledge of the agreement said coach Xavi Hernández has told De Jong that he will not be a key part of his squad. De Jong’s salary, the club official said, was no longer in line with its new financial priorities. So far, he is reportedly reluctant to leave Camp Nou.

Barcelona and United have finally agreed an initial £72million deal for De Jong. The midfielder is Erik ten Hag's top transfer target and, though there are ...

Barcelona are reportedly awaiting an offer from Chelsea for Frenkie de Jong despite agreeing a fee with Manchester United. The Netherlands international doesn’t want to leave the Nou Camp this summer. "It's a shame that it's taking so long. And Barcelona also have high hopes for young duo Gavi and Pedri, who have been tipped for greatness in the coming years ahead. And the publication says it’s possible the Blues will launch an even higher bid for De Jong than United, in what would be a blockbuster development. Barcelona and United have finally agreed an initial £72million deal for De Jong. BARCELONA and Manchester United have agreed a fee for Frenkie de Jong.

Barcelona started the month announcing the deals for Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen, before eventually bringing in Leeds United winger Raphinha. They ...

It has caused a wide range of confusion among Barcelona fans as well. I'm sorry but you have eaten Laporta's words, which you have all the right to do." To that end, paying €11 million per season to Dembele just doesn’t add up, especially under Barcelona’s new wage structure. But again, you have all the right." It brought a retort from Edu Polo, who hit back at the Foot Mercato journalist over his claims, as can be seen below. The Frenchman has agreed a two-year deal in Catalonia, which will essentially guarantee his future until 2024.

How Can Cash-Strapped Barcelona Afford Its Summer Spending Spree? Between new signings, re-signings and transfer targets, Barcelona is acting as if money is no ...

And while the club works through its financial issues it feels that for many the market is jammed. In the short term, Barcelona hopes to manage its financial position by selling a 49.9% stake in the company it set up to market itself and a 25% share of television revenues over the next 25 years. The gamble appears to be that buying now will get Barcelona out of its slump and the success it generates will raise revenues sufficiently for the club to reach a level of sustainability. Frenkie de Jong, meanwhile, is a player Barcelona seems willing to sacrifice, despite owing him a reported $20 million in back wages from the deferral he took during the pandemic. And this summer Barcelona seems to have been in for just about every high-profile player available. Despite all of the big buys and decisions over the last month, it’s largely been a summer so far of transfers that haven’t quite happened yet, of players being strongly linked with clubs, of terms being agreed on and then … a delay.