Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images The defender is no longer viewed as untouchable Ronald Araujo is reportedly starting to have doubts over his Barcelona future amid speculation the club could look to sell him this summer. Catalunya Radio are reporting that Araujo wants to stay but is well aware of the current transfer rumors floating about regarding a possible exit. It’s even claimed that Araujo’s camp are “concerned” about the speculation and are not ruling out a summer exit. Bayern were linked with Araujo in January and could be tempted to reignite their interest in ..read more

A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors "Playing there is the goal" - Bayer Leverkusen's Alejandro Grimaldo reveals La Liga ambition - Football España Alejandro Grimaldo has had a dream debut season at Bayer Leverkusen. Having joined on a free transfer from Benfica last summer, the Spanish international left-back has already helped his side win the Bundesliga for the first time in the club’s history, and an unbeaten treble is still on the cards. Barcelona's Rafa Marquez decision hints further at Xavi Hernandez staying on as manager - Football España Barcelona’s managerial situation ..read more

Photo by Photo Prestige/Soccrates/Getty Images Bad news news does not look goodSergino Dest has been ruled out with a serious knee injury which could see the USMNT star ruled out for nine months. PSV confirmed the full-back sustained the injury in training at the weekend but suggested they are still thinking about signing him permanently from Barcelona. However, it’s been speculated that Dest’s injury is so severe he might not be able to play again until next year. The Athletic are reporting that the Barcelona loanee “could be sidelined for up to nine months” which would be a massive setback f ..read more

Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images That’s now three for the season Eric Garcia scored his third goal of the season at the weekend as Girona cruised past Cadiz with a 4-1 win in La Liga. The Barcelona loanee gave Girona the lead with a header for his third goal of the season for Michel’s high-flying side. ‍ La pissarra del Girona funciona a la perfecció! #GironaCádiz | #LaLigaHighlights | @LaLiga pic.twitter.com/0jld2aylfr — Girona FC (@GironaFC) April 23, 2024 Girona went on to win comfortably with the victory enough to secure a place in European competition for the first time next season ..read more

Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images The club still is dealing with financial difficulties FC Barcelona are reportedly looking to sell one starter in order to have money to sign other key players in the transfer market, and Ronald Araujo could be the one sacrificed. Jules Koundé, Alejandro Balde, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha have also been considered as potential sources of income, although it is said they do not want to leave. The Uruguayan’s error against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League put him under the crosshairs, but that is not really the reason for Barcelona mulling th ..read more

Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images İlkay Gündoğan and João Cancelo are the only ones who start FC Barcelona’s signings this season have not won starting jobs as some had hoped, with only two players becoming key names in the starting XI: İlkay Gündoğan and João Cancelo. And it’s worth noting that Cancelo has faced a lot of criticism over his performances in the last few matches, especially in the defending area. Oriol Romeu has failed to make an impression and been relegated to only occasional appearances despite multiple injuries in midfield. Iñigo Martínez has fallen ..read more

Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images La Liga could permit Barcelona much more financial flexibility FC Barcelona is hoping to get approval from La Liga to begin signing players under the “1-1 rule,” that is, they will be able to spend every euro they bring in. Up to this point, Barcelona had operated under the 1-4 rule, which means they could only spend one euro for every four they saved or brought in. Of course, that meant that Barcelona had to make huge savings in terms of contracts and sell a lot in order to make signings. The Catalans are reportedly optimistic that they will cl ..read more

Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images The forward is expected to leave City this summer Bernardo Silva has been linked with a move to Barcelona on several occasions in the past and the rumor mill is convinced the Manchester City star is still dreaming of the Catalans. Diario Sport are reporting that Bernardo is in fact “crazy” about Barcelona and is thinking about calling time on his City career this summer with a view to heading for Catalunya. Bernardo thinks he’d fit “perfectly” at Barcelona and his family would also be happy to swap Manchester for a new life in Spain. Of course financial issues ..read more

Photo by JASPER JACOBS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images The teenager could be on the move Barcelona are being linked with a move for Gent’s 16-year-old defender Jorthy Mokio who could be set to move away from the club. It’s been reported by RMC Sport’s Sacha Tavolieri that the teenager wants to leave the club and was a guest of Barcelona’s at least week’s Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain. Been told young #KAAGent talent Jorthy Mokio through entourage sent a request to RBFA to be disaffiliated from Buffalos last week. Jorthy Mokio and his family attended Barça - PSG match las ..read more

Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images Club should save their money... Within the space of a few days, Barcelona fans have finally accepted that Pep Guardiola was right about Joao Cancelo all along. His performances against both Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid show that he’s not an elite level player and certainly not one that deserves a permanent Barcelona contract. At best he could be offered another loan deal but would arguably need to play second fiddle because his way of working in the two biggest games of the season to date was woeful. When going forward he ca ..read more