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Frenkie de Jong has admitted that he could be ready to join Manchester United following his treatment by FC Barcelona in recent weeks.

De Jong is now "more open to change" than before it is said, and is also "very angry" with Barca who he thinks are pressuring him to leave. The same paper said that De Jong believes Barca are running a media smear campaign against him. And on Saturday, rival publication SPORT allege that De Jong has finally admitted to his colleagues in the locker room that he could go to United after all.

The Barcelona XI is in: Ter Stegen; Araujo, Eric, Christensen, Jordi Alba; Busquets, Gavi, Pedri; Dembele, Lewandowski, Raphinha Lineups are announced.

Ousmane Dembélé (Barcelona) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Óscar Trejo (Rayo Vallecano) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Barcelona's best chance in the opening 20 minutes as both wingers link up. Isi Palazón (Rayo Vallecano) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Pathé Ciss (Rayo Vallecano) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Attempt blocked. Sergio Camello (Rayo Vallecano) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Óscar Trejo (Rayo Vallecano) wins a free kick in the attacking half. Pedri (Barcelona) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Attempt blocked. Isi Palazón (Rayo Vallecano) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

FC Barcelona will have all but one of their star acquisitions this summer when they host Rayo Vallecano in the start of the 2022/23 La Liga season during ...

10th min.: Quiet start to this one until Raphinha makes a run into the right side of the Rayo box and goes down on a challenge from the left back. 1st min.: Rayo kick off and they're aggressive from the start with a direct ball, and they're pressing high. 45th min.: Jordi Alba makes a key defensive intervention in the box to clear a cross that was heading to Rayo's Isi Palazon. Five minutes of stoppage time. He doesn't give them a chance to finish out the play and the bench is livid. Barcelona are aggressive, with and without the ball. He tried to make the best of a poor Raphinha cross in the first half, and then he had a chance to be the hero with six minutes remaining, but he could not contort his body quickly enough to take advantage of a rebound allowed by the Rayo 'keeper. That was the best chance of the game. 52nd min.: Another chance for Rayo! Sergio Camello runs onto a ball into space and it's chaos in the Barcelona defense. The Dutch do-it-all player gave Barcelona a lift when he came off the bench to play midfield. To add insult to injury, captain Sergio Busquets was sent off in stoppage time for a second yellow card after a high arm in the face of Rayo's Falcao. Lewandowski was the prize catch of the summer for Barcelona, and he was supposed to help resolve matches like these with opponents interested only in defending and countering. And there are plenty more of these matches left on the calendar.

Barcelona are set to kickstart their 2022/23 campaign later this evening as they play hosts to Rayo Vallecano in the season opener.

However, Barcelona have not given up their pursuit of a new right-back just yet. Moreover, Barcelona are unlikely to prioritise a move for any new player before they sort out their player registration ahead of the new season. He has also had difficulties integrating himself into Xavi’s tactical setup.

Barcelona have registered several of their new signings with La Liga, making some of their top transfers eligible to play against Rayo Vallecano in the ...

"I think we will get out of it. The Catalan side's dire financial situation made it difficult for them to make it official for the new signings to be able to feature in the Spanish top-flight, but they have managed to confirm them as part of the squad. Barcelona have registered several of their new signings with La Liga, making some of their top transfers eligible to play against Rayo Vallecano in the opening league game of the season on Saturday. Barca were in a race against the clock to get the new players registered in time so that they can be part of the team for the match at Camp Nou this weekend.

Osasuna vs Sevilla got the 2022/23 season for La Liga underway last night as the hosts pulled off a 2-1 victory over the Julien Lopetegui's side.

With Jules Kounde yet to be registered, Andreas Christensen got the freeway to a spot in the heart of the defence. The third, and highly debated spot goes to Gavi, while Frenkie de Jong and Franck Kessie await their turn from the bench. Celta Vigo vs Espanyol then thrilled us to a four-goal thriller, before Villarreal made the trip to Real Valladolid.

FC Barcelona have confirmed their squad for the opening LaLiga game of the season, but one of their new signings has not been registered.

With the fourth lever and Gerard Pique reportedly taking a wage cut, Barcelona have been able to register Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen who have all been included the travelling squad. Ousmane Dembele and Sergi Roberto have also been registered after signing new contracts last month. Click through the gallery above to see the signings who've been registered so far.

The likes of Manchester United have even pushed heavily for a move for de Jong this summer. But the transfer has not come to fruition as the player has never ...

Frenkie de Jong has been one of Barcelona’s biggest chips in the transfer market this summer. The likes of Manchester United have even pushed heavily for a move for de Jong this summer. Ever since the start of the transfer window, the midfielder was identified as one of the biggest sources of revenue.

Barcelona have registered several of their new signings with La Liga, making some of their top transfers eligible to play against Rayo Vallecano in the ...

We have time until tomorrow." Today we are optimistic, but we will see. I think we will get out of it.

FC Barcelona will have all but one of their star acquisitions this summer when they host Rayo Vallecano in the start of the 2022/23 La Liga season during ...

10th min.: Quiet start to this one until Raphinha makes a run into the right side of the Rayo box and goes down on a challenge from the left back. 1st min.: Rayo kick off and they're aggressive from the start with a direct ball, and they're pressing high. With the summer signings registered and ready to play, Xavi Hernandez opts for this most productive and balanced lineup during preseason. 45th min.: Jordi Alba makes a key defensive intervention in the box to clear a cross that was heading to Rayo's Isi Palazon. Five minutes of stoppage time. Barcelona are aggressive, with and without the ball. He doesn't give them a chance to finish out the play and the bench is livid. That was the best chance of the game. 52nd min.: Another chance for Rayo! Sergio Camello runs onto a ball into space and it's chaos in the Barcelona defense. To add insult to injury, captain Sergio Busquets was sent off in stoppage time for a second yellow card after a high arm in the face of Rayo's Falcao. The Dutch do-it-all player gave Barcelona a lift when he came off the bench to play midfield. Lewandowski was the prize catch of the summer for Barcelona, and he was supposed to help resolve matches like these with opponents interested only in defending and countering. Barcelona needed more improvisation, creativity, and sharpness from the two.

Barcelona head coach Xavi has asked for patience as their 2022/23 La Liga season started with a 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

It’s disappointing, but we ask for patience.” “It’s a pity, as we wanted to show the fans we are on the right track. Despite creating chances throughout, Barcelona were unable to find a way through, against their resilient hosts in Catalonia, on a frustrating night for the home side.

Barcelona kicked off their La Liga campaign vs Rayo Vallecano tonight in front of a near-sold out Camp Nou. Three new signings in the form of Robert ...

The Pole could have won a penalty in any other league, but it was not to be with La Liga’s referees. His off-the-ball runs caught Rayo off-guard often, and he even forced a solid save from Stole Dimitrievski. Garcia, on the contrary, was rather careless. Eventually, he was sent off in injury time. Christensen had the best game of all debutants tonight. Araujo started as a right-back, and looked unsurprisingly out of his depth in possession.

Barcelona were held to a disappointing goalless draw by Rayo Vallecano as a summer of uncertainty off the pitch spilled over into their LaLiga opener at Camp Nou on Saturday. Barca's frustration was then amplified in stoppage time when Sergio Busquets ...

Another of the new signings, Raphinha, then had Barcelona's clearest chance of the first half to break the deadlock. It's a shame because we wanted to show the fans that we're on a good path. "We will have to analyse the game, improve and keep believing in the model of play.

Barcelona were forced to settle for a point in their La Liga opener, thrashing out a goalless draw with Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou.

He took 15 in total, the lowest of any Barca player. Alejandro Catena (Rayo Vallecano). Much of the credit for containing Lewandowski must go to Rayo’s centre-backs, with Catena and Florian Lejeune both putting in rock-solid performances. It’s only the second time in a home game, the last being their 0-0 draw against Real Sociedad in September 1968. While Lewandowski was much improved in the second half, he ultimately couldn’t find a way past Rayo’s defence. That seemed to throw off the former Leeds man, who went on to squander a series of set-pieces and presentable chances. He looked destined to score, but Marc-Andre ter Stegen managed to smother the shot at close range.

Despite a scramble to register its new star acquisitions the day before the La Liga season opener, they couldn't help FC Barcelona find the back of the net ...

10th min.: Quiet start to this one until Raphinha makes a run into the right side of the Rayo box and goes down on a challenge from the left back. 1st min.: Rayo kick off and they're aggressive from the start with a direct ball, and they're pressing high. 45th min.: Jordi Alba makes a key defensive intervention in the box to clear a cross that was heading to Rayo's Isi Palazon. Five minutes of stoppage time. He doesn't give them a chance to finish out the play and the bench is livid. Barcelona are aggressive, with and without the ball. He tried to make the best of a poor Raphinha cross in the first half, and then he had a chance to be the hero with six minutes remaining, but he could not contort his body quickly enough to take advantage of a rebound allowed by the Rayo 'keeper. That was the best chance of the game. 52nd min.: Another chance for Rayo! Sergio Camello runs onto a ball into space and it's chaos in the Barcelona defense. The Dutch do-it-all player gave Barcelona a lift when he came off the bench to play midfield. To add insult to injury, captain Sergio Busquets was sent off in stoppage time for a second yellow card after a high arm in the face of Rayo's Falcao. Lewandowski was the prize catch of the summer for Barcelona, and he was supposed to help resolve matches like these with opponents interested only in defending and countering. And there are plenty more of these matches left on the calendar.

Barcelona will be hoping to start their 2022-23 La Liga campaign with a win when they host Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou on Saturday.

They have been prudent in the transfer market and have bolstered their squad with mostly free agents and loan deals. Rayo Head coach Iraola has no injury concerns to deal with before the game and has the full squad available to him. Rayo Vallecano squad and team news The Liga fixture will be broadcast in the United Kingdom on Premier Sports 1 and La Liga TV. It will be available to stream live through Premier Player. Meanwhile, Rayo achieved their best league finish in half a decade as they ended their 2021-22 campaign in 13th spot after getting promoted to the top flight last season. Barcelona will be hoping to start their 2022-23 La Liga campaign with a win when they host Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou on Saturday. The Catalans finished second in the league last season, 13 points adrift of champions Real Madrid, and will be aiming to bring back the Liga trophy to Catalunya following several key signings in the summer.

ALL EYES ON: Lewandowski was the man of the moment at Camp Nou but his La Liga debut was ultimately underwhelming. During the first half, he put the ball in the ...

During the first half, he put the ball in the back of the net but was a couple of yards offside. There will be plenty of improved performances when the new signings are allowed time to adjust to the club. It was clear that the new signings are not quite used to playing together as a unit, something they will hope to rectify in the coming weeks and months. ALL EYES ON: Lewandowski was the man of the moment at Camp Nou but his La Liga debut was ultimately underwhelming. Perhaps the right formula will emerge during a tough upcoming trip to face Real Sociedad. WHAT HAPPENED? The new era at Barcelona didn't get off to the start Xavi would have wanted.

Robert Lewandowski's Barcelona debut ended in a disappointing 0-0 home draw with Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou in their first LaLiga game of the season on ...

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Barcelona's 2022/23 season was not off to the flying start like fans expected after the successful registration of all but one of their new players as they ...

We are disappointed, but we have to be patient and trust the project. Pedri had to be taken off with around 20 minutes left on the clock due to a knock he picked up. It’s the only sport that doesn’t have it. The main goal is to win titles. Xavi admitted that there are a lot of expectations from this Barcelona team and insisted that he will not look for excuses when things go wrong. I’ve told the players that the pressure is on me now.” But we have to keep believing in the model, working hard,” he added. We need to improve our effectiveness and must better understand how to create chances.” We have to analyse the game well, improve, and continue. The humidity and heat affected us. And manager Xavi owned up to that, stating that the team will work out what went wrong and improve. “It wasn’t our best game, we got to their area, but we weren’t effective.

As reported by Telegraph reporter Mike McGrath, midfielder Frenkie de Jong has decided to prioritize Chelsea over Manchester United if he is to leave ...

McGrath writes that Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is looking to add one more player, and Frenkie de Jong suits the bill to perfection. It’s clear that Barcelona are not ruling out de Jong’s departure as they understand his exit would free up significant space in terms of finances. The Red Devils had an agreement in place with Barcelona for long but given their absence in the UEFA Champions League, they were unable to convince the midfielder to become their new signing.

Xavi Hernandez expressed his disappointment after Barcelona's goalless draw against Rayo Vallecano on home soil in their LaLiga Santander opener on Saturday ...

"We have to analyse and improve. Last year it was more difficult." It's a shame because we wanted to show the fans that we are on the right track. Even more so with this attitude." Maybe, by looking for an explanation, we have been a bit more stressed. However, Xavi made clear that he considers him as a key player for Barcelona.

It was a frustrating night for Barca whose fans showed up at an almost sold-out stadium to see their new team headlined by Lewandowski and Raphinha ...

Maybe the pressure and expectation got a little under our skin," Xavi told DAZN. He made a couple of crucial stops in the second half, one from a Busquets long-range shot and another from a strike by Raphinha. As the frustration mounted for Barca, their captain Sergio Busquets lost his cool and was sent off for an elbow to the face of Falcao Garcia in stoppage time.

The Catalans dominated the game and had 21 shots as opposed to Rayo's meagre four. Ansu Fati, Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Sergio Busquets came very close ...

The pressure is now on Xavi to work out a solution. After the game, Andoni Iraola revealed that they had a special plan to neutralise Lewandowski’s threat. In 90 minutes, he made four saves to deny the Blaugranas a goal, including two from inside the box. The hosts had a staggering 21 shots on goal, including six on target. They dominated the game with close to 70% possession and had eight corner kicks. The season is long, and this is just the start.

Barcelona wants to offload the 25-year-old to balance the books and have enough room in its budget to register new defender Jules Kounde but De Jong appears ...

How are we allowing ourselves to be put in a position like that? And he's looking around and saying "not for me." It's all or nothing for him, he no longer has anything to lose.'

Robert Lewandowski, for the better part of the last decade, played with one of Europe's most physically demanding teams at Bayern Munich.

On the contrary, Barcelona have often been criticised for their lack of intensity. Barcelona’s physical preparation seemed on point yesterday against Rayo Vallecano, as the team strove for a win. If Xavi can correct the mistakes of his predecessors and help Barcelona reach the peak of their fitness, the short-term future looks very promising.

Former champions Barcelona were off to a frustrating start to their La Liga 2022-23 campaign as the side remained unable taste the triumph as Rayo Vallecano ...

Things got even more frustrating for the side in the extra time as their captain Sergios Busquets walked off the field after being given a red card. Iago Aspas scored in the final minutes of the first half to give Celta Vigo the lead, and Goncalo Paciencia scored in the 63rd minute to give the side a solid 2-0 lead. SPAIN: Former champions Barcelona were off to a frustrating start to their La Liga 2022-23 campaign as the side remained unable taste the triumph as Rayo Vallecano held their nerves to force a draw.

Barcelona could not find a way past Rayo Vallecano on Saturday night, in what can only be classified as a disappointing start to their La Liga campaign.

While Barcelona have recruited a number of star signings this summer, but Pedri has all the talent to be the key cog in their midfield. Shortly after in the 72nd minute, he was withdrawn from the action in favour of Franck Kessie. Yet they will be grateful that it was not worse.

For the better part of the off-season, Frenkie de Jong's name has been dragged through the mud by the Barcelona administration. His contract has been leaked ...

And also, his renewal in 2020 promised him a €30 million salary this season, which the new administration deemed extremely excessive. His contract has been leaked, his renewal deemed illegal, and the club has tried their best to push him out. It had been reported, time and again, that the reason why Barcelona want to sell de Jong was multi-faceted.

Robert Lewandowski's Barcelona debut ended in a disappointing 0-0 home draw with Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou in their first LaLiga game of the season on.

Maybe the pressure and expectation got a little under our skin,” Xavi told DAZN. He made a couple of crucial stops in the second half, one from a Busquets long-range shot and another from a strike by Raphinha. As the frustration mounted for Barca, their captain Sergio Busquets lost his cool and was sent off for an elbow to the face of Falcao Garcia in stoppage time.

Patience is the name of the game for Barcelona after head coach Xavi played down his side's draw 0-0 with Rayo Vallecano on the opening day of the new La ...

It was a match to be able to earn it well.' 'I don't want to look for excuses. The Blaugrana's dominated possession and testing Vallecano's keeper six times during the match.

Former Netherlands attacking midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has expressed his discontent with the whole Frenkie de Jong situation, saying that Barcelona ...

But as of now, we judge it differently and I find it a disgrace when you play for them,” he concluded. Van der Vaart also added that this kind of treatment is putting Barcelona in a bad place. You sign a contract and then you fulfil the contract or leave on good terms, but not like this.

FRENKIE DE JONG is angry with Barcelona and has made a decision over his future with Manchester United interested.

De Jong has made clear his desire to remain at the Nou Camp this summer. The Spanish outlet claim De Jong, who was initially understood to be unwilling to join United, has now performed a U-turn and is open to the idea of linking up with Erik ten Hag's Red Devils. Manchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Frenkie de Jong following reports that the Barcelona midfielder has made a U-turn and is now open to joining the Red Devils this summer.

Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen were all registered last week after the club sold a further 24.5 per cent of Barca ...

'Exits are still being worked on. Barcelona president Joan Laporta refused to rule out further signings this summer despite the LaLiga club struggling to register all their new players. Barcelona president Joan Laporta, seen with new signing Robert Lewandowski, hasn't ruled out the possibility of further signings this summer

PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG to Chelsea is gathering some momentum with Barcelona willing to talk.

It is claimed that Barcelona want a fee in the region of £20m while Chelsea are edging towards 'making a reasonable offer'. The report adds that Chelsea may seek a loan deal while paying Aubameyang's full wages for the season. With Barcelona now registering their new signings, it appears as though they're ready to discuss the possibility of letting Aubameyang leave.

Chelsea have reportedly stepped up their pursuit of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and have submitted an offer worth nearly €14 million for the veteran striker.

The Blues are also willing to double Aubameyang’s salary, which has temped the Gabonese international. The journalist also reports that Thomas Tuchel is pushing for the transfer, and wants Chelsea to match Barcelona’s asking price of €25 million. Barcelona are willing to continue negotiations with Chelsea as Memphis Depay’s potential move to Juventus has been halted.

Barcelona's transfer dealings this summer continue to surprise and with just under three weeks remaining in the transfer market, there might be more to come ...

Barcelona have plenty of depth in attack and MD believe that the Azulgrana would consider an exit if it meant being able to bid for Bernardo Silva. Lewandowski’s position is likely the only guaranteed spot in Xavi Hernandez’s front three and Raphinha, Ferran Torres, Ousmane Dembele and Ansu Fati are fighting it out for the other two, but both Fati and Torres have played through the middle before. Yet Chelsea have shown a strong interest in him and former manager Thomas Tuchel is very keen on a reunion in London. Given Aubameyang will likely play second fiddle to Robert Lewandowski, it might create the conditions necessary for an exit. According to Mundo Deportivo, Aubameyang is happy in Barcelona both in terms of his life and with the team.

The Blaugrana have already made some eye-catching additions, none more than the signing of Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich. However, they are still ...

Barcelona boss Xavi sees the ex-Arsenal captain as an important part of his plans and wants to keep him at the club. The 33-year-old Gabonese hitman is attracting serious interest from Premier League giants Chelsea, who are desperate to add a new No. 9 to their roster. However, given Barcelona’s financial situation, funding a move for the Portuguese international could prove tricky.

Chelsea have already had a bid rejected for Barcelona striker Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang, with Thomas Tuchel searching for a new No.9 in the transfer window.

United have also been linked with the player, with Erik ten Hag hoping to add another forward to his squad before the deadline. According to Toni Juanmartí, Barcelona have rejected a €14million bid from Chelsea for the experienced forward. Aubameyang has been mentioned as a possible target, after he scored 68 Premier League goals for Arsenal in his four-year spell at the Emirates Stadium.

Barcelona have failed to kick off the 2022/23 LaLiga Santander season as they'd have hoped, picking up just one point against Rayo Vallecano at the Camp Nou ...

"I'm there for whatever the coach asks of me and to help the team and I'm learning," said Araujo after the game. A number of departures have yet to be finalised. The coach didn't call up Dest and sent on Sergi Roberto in the second half when he moved Araujo to centre-back.

However, the signing of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha has meant that Depay has fallen down the pecking order at Camp Nou and has been told to leave the club.

The report states that Barcelona have agreed to grant Depay a letter of freedom which will allow him to join the Bianconeri on a free transfer. Depay joined Barcelona only last summer, arriving on a free transfer after his contract with Lyon had run out. This claim comes from Mundo Deportivo, who state that the Depay has been given the go-ahead to join the Italians by Barça, with the Catalan giants ready to hand him the letter of freedom and let him leave as a free agent.

Bernardo is a firm fan favourite at the Etihad and received a rousing reception when he emerged from the bench against Bournemouth on Saturday. Fans sang his ...

So we have to keep going, play as a team and especially act." Erik ten Hag, who worked with De Jong at Ajax, was left fuming on the touchline as four quickfire goals saw the Red Devils go into the break 4-0 down. After the game, Ten Hag admitted: "It's a surprise when you start the game like this; in 35 minutes conceding four goals. So, the team has to take responsibility. They give everything to support us and we let them down. It may be a tough sell to convince the 25-year-old to join United after their hammering at the hands of Brentford on Saturday afternoon.

While a move for Chelsea ace Marcos Alonso is well advanced, it seems like Barça's pursuit of Manchester City superstar Bernardo Silva is also gathering serious ...

Silva’s agent, Jorge Mendes, is said to be mediating the deal as he looks to get his client his dream move to Camp Nou before the window slams shut in a little over two weeks. While Man City have been reluctant to sell so far, it seems like they might be rethinking their stance as Silva is said to be leaning towards a move to Barça before the summer window closes. The 28-year-old Portugal international has been at the top of manager Xavi Hernandez’s wishlist this summer.

SportsBrief.com News ☆ Xavi Hernandez says Barcelona still need to strengthen their squad after opening the season with disappointing goalless draw against ...

Laporta has therefore asked Xavi to prepare his team for the weekend, including the five new signings. Despite not officially registering their new players yet, Barcelona are already trying to sign more players. The report further states that Barcelona to bring in three more signings; Marcos Alonso, Bernardo Silva and a right-back.

A list detailing what Barcelona players are post-match in 2014 has surfaced and some meals are wild…

Roberto went even further, requesting a ‘triple’ Nutella sandwich to go with his sushi. Let’s start at the top with Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, who apparently requested sushi and a Nutella sandwich. But, who are we to judge if it helped them towards such an incredible season? There’s a lot to take in here. To find out what kind of food it takes to fuel a squad of continental treble winners, be sure to check out the list below. Barcelona haven’t won La Liga since 2019, which doesn’t sound all that terrible on the surface, but is a damning reality check for a club who are meant to be arguably the biggest and best in the world.

Chelsea had further talks regarding a move for Barcelona's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang over the weekend. Chelsea were plotting to launch a bid for the Gabon ...

Chelsea held further talks with Barcelona to negotiate a deal for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Chelsea had further talks regarding a move for Barcelona's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang over the weekend. - Chelsea have had further talks with Barcelona over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang