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The future of Chelsea and Barcelona target Jules Kounde remains up in the air amid conflicting reports over his future on Saturday.After claims emerge.

Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Bet £10 & Get £50 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. “That might still happen, but there are unconfirmed reports in Spain that Barcelona have been working to the midnight hour to put in a rival bid to Sevilla. “A fee was agreed midweek with Sevilla, £55m and a five-year contract was on the table. “The deal is 99% closed, unless there is a cataclysm in the next few hours, the Sevilla centre-back will be a Barca player.”

Real Madrid vs Barcelona, El Clasico Live Football Streaming: The preseason match between Real Madrid vs Barcelona will be played at Allegiant Stadium in ...

The preseason friendly match between Real Madrid vs Barcelona will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Network. Where is the preseason friendly match between Real Madrid vs Barcelona? The biggest one thus far as been Robert Lewandowski who Barcelona snapped up from Bayern Munich along with Franck Kessie, Raphinha and Andreas Christensen. Frenkie De Jong will probably be the only player who will miss out due to his transfer situation.

Gerard Romero had reported earlier that the Catalans have reached an agreement with Sevilla over the transfer fee whilst also hinting that move could be ...

However, despite Navarro’s strong links with Barça, Sevilla would ideally prefer Kounde to join Chelsea, as the Premier League giants are willing to table a much better offer. Romero claims Navarro had spoken to Xavi and Alemany for weeks about the prospect of selling Kounde to the Catalonian outfit, and his influence in the deal cannot be understated. Navarro is a native of Barcelona. He was even a member of the club’s youth setup and had featured in 35 competitive matches for the Catalans, before leaving in 2006.

The Azulgranas signed Griezmann on a loan deal from FC Barcelona for a two-year period. The Frenchman has been far from his ecstatic best ever since he joined ...

The wage bill limit has been a noted problem for the majority of the clubs in La Liga, just like Atleti and Barcelona. Atleti would be looking to send Greizmann packing if possible as Diego Simeone likes the prospect of Ronaldo at Atleti. However, the Frenchman, just as it was at Barça, has been nothing but a shell of his successful past.

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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Liverpool are being linked with a move for a Brazilian sensation. It would take a change of approach, but Barcelona and Real Madrid have proven it can be ...

There is nothing wrong, clearly, with the transfer model that Liverpool have chosen. Liverpool will also see the uptick in price should they pursue Jude Bellingham next summer as expected. Endrick has scored 170 goals in 172 youth matches so far and is expected to carry that form into senior football. Both of those moves have paid off handsomely and there are other examples too. Real Madrid are another team credited with having an interest in Endrick, with the Spanish champions having scoured the Brazilian market extensively recently. They did similarly with Neymar when he signed at the Camp Nou, tracking him and getting ahead of the competition.

Chelsea have been sent a timely reminder why they still remain favourites over Barcelona for the signing of Sevilla star Jules Kounde amid claims that he ...

Then Chelsea came forward and we couldn’t say no to someone like Koulibaly, despite the fact I tried in every possible way to keep him, offering €6million (£5.1million) per season net. Fast forward to now and despite initial thinking from new owner Todd Boehly and Thomas Tuchel to ditch Marina Granovskaia's long-term plans, set-backs in a reported Matthijs de Ligt pursuit meant that the new regime turned back to Kounde. Chelsea have been sent a timely reminder why they still remain favourites over Barcelona for the signing of Sevilla star Jules Kounde amid claims that he has rejected a move to the Blues.

Speaking in an interview with TUDN, Barcelona prodigy Ansu Fati has opened up on the team's objectives for the upcoming season along with the new signings ...

He controls all of the small details, on and off the pitch. The chat moved on to the Spanish national team and the FIFA World Cup in Qatar later this year. Fati also spoke in detail about Spain manager Luis Enrique, hailing the former Barcelona boss for his attention to detail. For me it’s an honor to wear it after Leo. My family is very proud of me. I know that I can’t relax, and it motivates me.” We all have to be ready to start from the bench in some matches, and be ready to come on at any moment.

This edition of El Clasico might be in the preseason, but when Barca and Real Madrid meet its always a huge affair.

Seeing how Barcelona attack the game will be important as Xavi is figuring out his rotations for both the league and Champions Leauge. Real Madrid: It's hard to see how Real Madrid will attack this game. The amount of turnover in Barcelona makes this an important preseason which is why this edition of El Clasico means something even if points and trophies aren't on the line.

Barça have opted to buy big instead of backing a young squad and a manager steeped in the club's values and traditions. Robert Lewandowski.

And it may be that City, having set up a Barça-style model, look to maintain that approach after Guardiola has gone – even if the financial benefits of home-produced players are less relevant to them than more traditionally funded clubs. DNA is the excuse used to give a former player of limited experience the manager’s job in the hope that because he “knows the club” he will somehow be able to conjure Guardiola-style success. Perhaps in time that coherence of approach can, as it did with Ajax, become something integral to the club’s identity. And the sort of coherence that characterised that Barcelona side is perhaps only produced by years of learning a system and playing together. But for those who actually prioritise the sport, the message seemed obvious: clubs need to be more like Barcelona. Clubs need to have a method and a philosophy, taught through their academies and then applied in the first team, easing the step up from the youth ranks. This could have been sold to fans as a three-year build, Joan Laporta putting right the mess left by his predecessor as president, Josep Bartomeu. They even have, in Xavi, a coach who was developed at their La Masia academy and embodies the club’s values.

The Blaugrana have already made some fine additions to their ranks in the form of Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen and Raphinha while they also re-signed ...

“Definitely (it is a boost) he’s one of the best players I have ever played with. He was talking to all of us that we have to compete this year to win titles. “Everyone was a bit scared because we did not know if he would re-sign or not. And his presence in the squad, along with his former Borussia Dortmund teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is certain to make Barcelona’s attack prolific. We will hope we have better numbers than in the past.” With Lewandowski joining Barcelona, such a possibility could again be on the horizon for the striker.

Poland captain Lewandowski had worn the no.9 for both club and country since 2011. But upon his arrival from Bayern Munich earlier this week, he found Memphis ...

Demand for Lewandowski-printed jerseys has already been extremely high at the club's official store. Many Barca fans will be keen for Lewandowski's squad number to be confirmed as soon as possible so that they can buy a jersey with his details printed on the back. Robert Lewandowski made his Barcelona debut in Las Vegas on Saturday night with the no.12 on his back.

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet in an unprecedented Las Vegas version of El Clasico from Allegiant Stadium as both La Liga giants look to continue to ...

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Manager Xavi Hernandez spoke to the media after the game and gave his verdict on the performance from Barcelona, saying: “The first half was brilliant, but the ...

We always want to win, especially against Real Madrid,” the Barça legend added. “We were the better team. While he admitted that the team had some problems in the later stages, the manager was still satisfied with the final result.

It was a friendly in name only as Barcelona and Real Madrid met for El Clasico on Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd at Allegiant Stadium in Las ...

Barcelona overpowered the midfield of Camavinga and Tchouameni in the first half and Real Madrid didn't get a shot on target during the match. With Dembele being a different type of winger to Raphinha, Dest still feels like an odd man out in the lineup but he certainly will fight for his place at the club. It's clear that the match meant a little more to Xavi than Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid rolled out a more experimental lineup that was at a disadvantage to Barcelona's press. Even when Barcelona didn't score, they tested Thibaut Courtois heavily in Vegas. When Ousmane Dembele came into the match in the second half, he was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. Benzema missed the match due to starting preseason late so that he could get an extended holiday but without a recognized forward, Real Madrid struggled in attack. With both teams putting out strong sides, it was a good time for Barcelona's new-look attack to get a test after rolling over Inter Miami. Real Madrid's youthful midfield of Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni got a good test in the first half against Barcelona's top attackers.

The Catalans appeared down and out in the race for the Frenchman's signing a couple of days back. However, following the activation of the second economic lever ...

Sunday morning has gotten off to a sweet start for the Cules after Barça beat Real Madrid 1-0 in their pre-season friendly. However, following the activation of the second economic lever, they were sparked into action, with director Mateu Alemany reportedly working his magic to get the deal over the line. However, for a while, it looked like Barcelona were set to miss out on Kounde after Chelsea reached an agreement with Sevilla over a €65 million deal.

BARCELONA beat Chelsea to Raphinha and are also likely to sign Jules Kounde, but lost out to the Blues in a third transfer battle.

"I’m very happy to be here with this team at Chelsea. It’s a big team in the world and my dream was always to play in the Premier League. Chelsea came first to get me in 2016 but we didn’t make it. But if a player wants a new experience at a prestigious club, in the biggest league in the world, you have to recognise what he’s given you and not put up walls.” The La Liga giants have continued to be impacted by financial problems, but have still made a number of big-money moves so far this summer.

The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty ...

Former Bayern Munich talisman Robert Lewandowski made his first appearance for his new club, and would have found himself on the scoresheet immediately were it not for a good Thibaut Courtois save. Carlo Ancelotti will have been disappointed with his European champions, but will know that his side are capable of better, with legendary duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos starting on the bench, and Mexican side Club America will present him with a chance to put the El Classico defeat to rest. The Brazilian's was the only goal of the game - and his second in as many games - and came after latching on to a loose pass on the edge of the Real penalty box, before unleashing a precise strike.

The French international is just one of two main transfer targets that remain for Barca head coach Xavi Hernandez to land after Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha ...

De Jong is unwilling to entertain this idea, however, and Xavi seems keen to keep the Dutchman who has been filling in at center back on the US preseason tour. Over at SPORT, however, they allege on Sunday morning that FC Barcelona have already reached a four-year pre-contract agreement with Kounde whose transfer they hope to finalize next week. The French international is just one of two main transfer targets that remain for Barca head coach Xavi Hernandez after Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha were brought to the Camp Nou last week and were both able to star in Saturday's 1-0 win over Real Madrid in Las Vegas.

Raphinha made it two goals in two matches as Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 1-0 on Saturday in their Las Vegas Clasico.

Two minutes later it was Barcelona who saw a chance get away when Eduardo Camavinga lost possession to Pedri in front of Real's goal. A back and forth between substitute Marco Asensio and defender Lucas Vazquez gave Real Madrid a golden opportunity in the 59th minute, but after Vazquez played the ball back to Asensio in front of goal he pulled his shot wide. After one touch to settle he lashed a left-footed shot over Thibaut Courtois into the top right corner of the net to put Barcelona up 1-0 in the 27th minute

Raphinha has hit the ground running following his summer transfer from Leeds to Barcelona, with the Brazilian forward scoring a Clasico thunderbolt against ...

“And Robert is a world star. Real rather shot themselves in the foot when attempting to play out from the back against Barca, with a high press forcing them into a hurried pass that fell nicely to the feet of Raphinha. Raphinha has hit the ground running following his summer transfer from Leeds to Barcelona, with the Brazilian forward scoring a Clasico thunderbolt against Real Madrid in his latest outing for the Blaugrana. That spectacular strike came in a pre-season friendly contest in Las Vegas, with the South American ensuring that Xavi’s side hit the jackpot.

Joan Laporta has told Caro De Las Salas, as relayed by Fabrizio Romano that “Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him. We received some offers for ...

This could render the Catalans unable to register any of their future signings. Frenkie de Jong’s situation has been one that’s been discussed by absolutely everyone during this current summer transfer window. Joan Laporta has told Caro De Las Salas, as relayed by Fabrizio Romano that “Frenkie de Jong is our player, we really like him.

The Jules Kounde transfer saga is yet to come to a conclusion as Chelsea and Barcelona continue their tug of war over the French centre-back.

However, the report suggests Barcelona still have a final hurdle to cross. The club are hoping to close the transfer out in the coming weeks, in what could be a major blow for Chelsea. The Jules Kounde transfer saga is yet to come to a conclusion as Chelsea and Barcelona continue their tug of war over the French centre-back.

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has opened the door to club legend Lionel Messi returning to the Camp Nou.

But on a personal level and also as president, I think I owe him," Laporta concluded. "The institution is above players and coaches. "But it had to happen one day, we had to make a decision as a consequence of the legacy we had received," Laporta explained, in relation to the rule of his predecessor Josep Bartomeu.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says more talks are planned with Frenkie de Jong in a bid to break the impasse over a potential move to Manchester...

The club Frenkie de Jong loves want him to leave. The club Frenkie de Jong loves want him to leave. The Athletic explains what it all means... What is a guy to do? The Athletic explains what it all means... What is a guy to do?

"Messi was everything," Laporta said exclusively to ESPN. "To Barca, he's been possibly its greatest player, the most efficient. To me he's only comparable to ...

"Additionally, the clubs have reached a point where we have to come up with rules that allow us to compete with state-owned clubs whose resources don't come from football but through other industries, so they distort European football and make all this unsustainable. That's where it can be the most attractive competition in the world if we do it right, and I'm sure we're going to do it right because the law protects us. "We're open to discussion, but what it is going to be is a competition where the clubs will be able to exercise their power to make their own decisions. But also as president of Barca, and on a personal level, I think I owe him," he added. We're also going to respect the state bodies in Europe, UEFA in this case. "I would hope that the Messi chapter isn't over.

For the second time in two matches, Barcelona got the better of arch-rivals Real Madrid on Saturday. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw ...

Moreover, he created several chances in the final ten minutes with his forward runs. Aubameyang had a relatively silent game on the night. He was at the heart of every Catalan build-up and impeccable in defence. Alba was a constant menace down the left flank in the opening half and showed why he is indispensable to Xavi’s setup. Kessie could well turn out to be the Catalans’ best signing of the window. Christensen was calm-headed and solid in his play and did not hesitate to make the occasional vertical or lobbed pass. Against Real Madrid, it was his wonder strike that sealed the game. The clash in Las Vegas was fiercely competitive and saw a battle of emotions and passion on the field. His hunger for goals will undoubtedly be a big factor in Barcelona’s success this season. However, Real Madrid did not record a single shot on target in the 90 minutes, meaning that he was barely tested at Allegiant Arena. At this point, it is accepted that the Canary Islander is mature well beyond his years. If not for Thibaut Courtois, the Catalans could have had at least four goals to their name.

Barcelona manager Xavi has claimed Frenkie de Jong will be used as a central defender if he does not join Manchester United this summer.

We like him very much," Laporta explained to ESPN per The Athletic. "He has some offers but at the moment we didn't accept the offers because we want to talk to him to know exactly what he wants." Both of de Jong's pre-season appearances have been off the bench as a defender and Xavi thinks the Netherlands international has all the tools needed to play at the back.

The Italian journalist is now reporting that Barcelona are now preparing their opening bid to submit to Sevilla for the signing of the 23-year-old defender.

Romano has now claimed that he has learned from Sevilla sources that they are only in talks with Chelsea at the moment and have the Blues’ £55 million on the table, which is still very much valid. Once they lodge an official offer, things are expected to speed up and a resolution on the matter will be reached. There have been a lot of contrasting reports emerging on the situation.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has insisted that he would like to bring Lionel Messi back to the Camp Nou in the future, just a year after the Argentine ...

The first ended in a 2-1 win over Kawasaki Frontale, with Messi scoring the opening goal of that tie. They started their warm-up matches in France with a 2-0 win over Ligue 2 side Quveilly-Rouen, a game where Sergio Ramos and Djeidi Gassama both getting on the scoresheet. Morally, as the president of Barcelona, I think I did what I had to do.

Barcelona's president has hinted that the club could make a stunning attempt to re-sign Lionel Messi.

"Morally, as the president of Barcelona, I think I did what needed to be done. But also as Barcelona’s president, and personally, I believe I owe him one." "And I believe it is our responsibility to make sure that chapter is still open, that it hasn’t closed.

FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has asked president Joan Laporta to sign Lionel Messi when his Paris Saint Germain contract expires.

But also as president of Barca, and on a personal level, I think I owe him." "I would hope that the Messi chapter isn't over," Laporta went on. To me he's only comparable to Johan Cruyff. But it had to happen one day.

Xavi Hernandez and FC Barcelona have asked Frenkie de Jong to take a hefty paycut in order to stay at the club.

In order to continue plying his trade for the La Liga giants, it has been suggested that De Jong must slash his take home pay "by almost half", and AS also say that De Jong was "receptive to making an economic effort to facilitate the registration of new reinforcements" such as Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski. In the meeting, from which Xavi and De Jong are both said to have left "satisfied", Xavi apparently told his charge that he counts on him for next season and that he has a future on his watch if prepared to operate in other areas of the pitch and take a considerable pay cut. Ever the model professional, De Jong has done what has been asked of him by first team coach Xavi on the field and has filled in at center back in two victories over Inter Miami and Real Madrid in recent days.

Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 1-0 in the early hours of Sunday morning thanks to an absolute thunderbolt from Raphinha.

"And Robert is a world star. He is not the only addition to their frontline either. "The truth is, I am very happy with these two incorporations that at the same time give a lot of competition to the people at the top and thus we will all have to work even harder." A world star who comes with tremendous humility, who comes to help us and who has adapted very quickly. He kicked the ball straight to Raphinha, who took a touch to compose himself before unleashing a rocket with his left foot. The two sides met in Las Vegas for the first El Clasico of the season and it was a heated affair, despite it only being pre-season.

Raphinha has hit the ground running following his summer transfer from Leeds to Barcelona, with the Brazilian forward scoring a Clasico thunderbolt against ...

“And Robert is a world star. Real rather shot themselves in the foot when attempting to play out from the back against Barca, with a high press forcing them into a hurried pass that fell nicely to the feet of Raphinha. Raphinha has hit the ground running following his summer transfer from Leeds to Barcelona, with the Brazilian forward scoring a Clasico thunderbolt against Real Madrid in his latest outing for the Blaugrana. That spectacular strike came in a pre-season friendly contest in Las Vegas, with the South American ensuring that Xavi’s side hit the jackpot.

Barcelona continued their brilliant start to the new season with a 1-0 victory over arch-rivals Real Madrid, in the pre-season El Clasico in Las Vegas.

I don’t feel like I’ve been with the team for days, it feels like I’ve been here for months. “At Barça we always think about winning. “We are looking forward to the next game, the next training session, because we feel that something good is coming,” he added.

Barcelona have beat out Chelsea on the transfer of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde. Transfer Talk has the latest.

- PSG are looking to complete two transfers by next week, according to L'Equipe. The Ligue 1 side are already close to completing a five-year deal for RB Leipzig's Nordi Mukiele, with the 24-year-old defender reportedly coming to an agreement on personal terms. This decision was reportedly influenced by new manager Erik ten Hag, who regards Maguire as a key figure in the dressing room for the Red Devils. Eintracht Frankfurt's Filip Kostic is considering a West Ham United switch, according to Bild. The 29-year-old, who registered 15 assists and seven goals in 42 appearances last season, is yet to respond to the Bundesliga side's offer of a three-year contract extension. Juventus have offered Liverpool £20 million for Roberto Firmino, as per Ekrem Konur. The 30-year-old is in the final year of his contract with the Reds, and he has previously expressed no desire to leave Anfield this summer. The Serie A side initially looked to achieve this through the transfer of Milan Skriniar, but his exit has stalled with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly unwilling to match the 27-year-old's €80m price tag. Chelsea could reignite their interest in Dumfries, as they previously enquired about him during negotiations for Romelu Lukaku.

As Barcelona edged past Real Madrid 1-0 on Saturday in Las Vegas, their club president Joan Laporta turned plenty of heads as he brought up Lionel Messi.

"There was a reality and we collided with that reality and we had to make that decision." Laporta admitted in March 2022 that the decision to part ways wasn't an easy one but it was in the best interest of Barcelona at the time. "I think it is our responsibility to ensure that this chapter, which is still open and has not been closed, has a moment in which it can be done as it should have been done and that it has a much more splendid one than what it was."

Barcelona have gone all guns blazing into the 2022 summer transfer window, signing Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen, ...

“As Barcelona president, I feel indebted to Messi,” he added. While it was, almost inarguably, completely the fault of Josep Bartomeu, current president Joan Laporta was caugh in the friendly fire. Speaking to ESPN, as relayed by Fabrizio Romano, he said:

Upon us is a make-or-break season for Barcelona, with the Catalans spending handsomely on players in the transfer market. The Blaugrana has already landed ...

Should next season not pan out as hoped, the club could continue to sell more of itself—such as television rights and merchandise handling—over the coming campaigns to fund more investment. Teams across Europe often flounder after recruiting in bulk, as players need time to bed in and adapt to a new playing style. Believing it can do more, it has sought alternatives, choosing to sell more media rights to Sixth Street in the past week. The decision to raise cash injections hints at why Barcelona blocked CVC money to seek business elsewhere. Barcelona has sold its stadium brand rights to Spotify and has been eyeing other rights sales to raise funds for new players to reverse its fortunes. What’s more worrying will be the club’s difficulty in attracting essential revenue if the team fails to dislodge Real Madrid as La Liga’s top team and struggles to become a force in the Champions League again.

It is claimed that the Catalans will be shelling out a sum of €50 million, plus €10 million in add-ons to secure Kounde's signing, taking the total value of the ...

Barcelona have already reached a pre-agreement with Kounde over a four-year contract and a deal now looks imminent. There has been a lot of chatter about Kounde’s situation in the past couple of days. As per the terms of the agreement, Barça will pay €50 million in fixed payments in addition to another €10 million in variables.

The Barça coach believes the return of Messi is the key to the club's success in the years to come, both from a sporting and a financial perspective.

Xavi believes the forward can financially help the club due to his global image which will further enhance the Barça brand. potentially paving the way for Barça to sanction his return on a free transfer. Xavi shares a close relationship with Messi, having shared the pitch together for a chunk of his professional career.

After plenty of rumours and talks, Robert Lewandowski officially joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich on July 20.

"I am very happy. After spending the past 12 years in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, Lewandowski was keen to join a club that provided him with a new challenge. Lewandowski was entering the final year of his contract with Bayern and was eager to move on with the Bundesliga club reportedly reluctant to offer him a long-term contract.

Barcelona manager Xavi has hinted Frenkie de Jong could play as a centre-back this season after several new arrivals - including Robert Lewandowski - at the ...

De Jong could act as a sort-of-sweeper in Barcelona's defence, starting attacks from the back while having two centre-backs to support him. Captain Sergio Busquets remains their senior holding midfielder, while Kessie's arrival could force De Jong on to the bench. The problem is Xavi has plenty of midfielders at his disposal. If Xavi wants to play De Jong at centre-back and get the best out of him, deploying a 3-5-2 could be the way forward. The Spaniard is likely to use it more times than not throughout his tenure at the Camp Nou and De Jong is at his best when playing in the heart of the midfield. I like him in that position."

CHELSEA's transfer plans have been continually hampered by Barcelona this summer.

He then played a full match just once in the aftermath. Officially, the 17-year-old starlet Gavi has just a year remaining on his Barca contract. Manchester United’s top target, Frenkie de Jong, has emerged as a contender to join Chelsea over the last few weeks. Raphinha, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Ferran Torres have all joined the club in recent months. Tuchel seems keen to replenish his midfield options and De Jong would be an excellent signing. Andreas Christensen’s arrival from Chelsea means Araujo has yet another centre-back to compete for game time with.

BARCELONA star Frenkie de Jong remains Manchester United's priority transfer target for the summer window.

The Netherlands international remains a top transfer target for Manchester United. However, after months of intense rumours, there’s still no guarantee he’ll end up making the move to Old Trafford. And whether the United target ends up finally making a move to Old Trafford, with a month of the transfer window remaining, remains to be seen. Barcelona decided to give De Jong a huge salary upon landing him from Ajax back in the summer transfer window of 2019 in order to fend off interest from the likes of Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain, who were also keen to secure his signature. And, now, Spanish newspaper AS claim De Jong is ‘open’ to taking a pay cut in order to ensure he stays at the Nou Camp. Barcelona owe De Jong a huge £17m in deferred wages after the Netherlands international agreed to take a pay cut shortly after the coronavirus pandemic in March 2020. Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong has told the club he’s open to taking a pay cut in order to remain at the Nou Camp, according to reports.

At one point, the Frenchman looked set for a move to London, with Chelsea and Sevilla reportedly reaching an agreement over a €65 million deal. However, Barça ...

It would be prudent to say that the picture regarding an agreement is not entirely clear at this moment. At one point, the Frenchman looked set for a move to London, with Chelsea and Sevilla reportedly reaching an agreement over a €65 million deal. What appears to be certain, though, is that Barcelona are closing in on the capture of Kounde, thanks to the player’s desire to move to Camp Nou.

Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has reportedly told club president Joan Laporta to bring Lionel Messi back to the LaLiga giants when his contract in France ...

Messi, however, has not yet communicated his preference to the Ligue 1 champions. At the weekend, Laporta caused a stir when he suggested that the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner's "chapter at Barcelona is not over" and that he owes the Argentine following his departure in 2021. Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has reportedly told club president Joan Laporta to bring Lionel Messi back to the LaLiga giants when his contract in France expires next year.

Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has reportedly told club president Joan Laporta to bring Lionel Messi back to the LaLiga giants when his contract in France ...

Messi, however, has not yet communicated his preference to the Ligue 1 champions. At the weekend, Laporta caused a stir when he suggested that the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner's "chapter at Barcelona is not over" and that he owes the Argentine following his departure in 2021. Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has reportedly told club president Joan Laporta to bring Lionel Messi back to the LaLiga giants when his contract in France expires next year.