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Media Referee » La Liga
1y ago
Barcelona, the crown jewel of Catalonia, is more than just Spain’s second-largest city. It’s a tapestry of cultures, cuisines, and architecture. Nestled between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea, this city pulsates with life, echoing centuries of history from Roman times through the Middle Ages and into the modern era. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler returning for another dose of its charm, choosing the right neighborhood in Barcelona can make all the difference. D
Eixample: Where Past Meets Present
The broad, sun-dappled boulevards of Eixample, with their embl ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Karim Benzema scored a hat-trick to knock out Paris Saint-Germain from the Champions League and Khabib Nurmagomedov was all praise for the Frenchman
Khabib Nurmagomedov took to Instagram to praise France and Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema.
Nurmagomedov is a huge football fan and has often been seen in some of the top stadiums in the world. The former UFC Champion has spoken about Real Madrid in the past and seems to be a supporter of the same.
Karim Benzema
He kept a close eye on the recent round of 16 Champions League between Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain.
Madrid were trailing ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Manchester United ace Bruno Fernandes eyed by Real Madrid & Barcelona
According to The Sun (h/t The Express), Manchester United ace Bruno Fernandes is being ‘monitored’ by both Real Madrid and Barcelona amidst speculation over a new contract. The Portuguese’s current contract runs until 2025, however, United are keen on offering the midfielder a new deal that will keep him at the club until 2026.
Fernandes made the move from Sporting Lisbon to Old Trafford back in January 2020 for an initial fee of €55million (€80million including add-ons). The 26-year-old has ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Transfer News: Villarreal ace Pau Torres one of five options Real Madrid are targeting next summer
According to transfer news on the Daily Mail, Real Madrid have shortlisted Villarreal ace Pau Torres as one of the five centre-back options they want to sign next summer. The defender has played a crucial part at the back this season, with the club only five points off the Top 4 spots in La Liga.
A through and through Villarreal man, Torres joined the academy as a 15-year-old. He featured for the U-19 side before joining the club’s B team in 2016. After two years in the development ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Tottenham Hotspur eye January deal for Barcelona star Sergino Dest
According to Spanish journalist Gerard Romero, via Sport (h/t The Express), Tottenham Hotspur are eager on signing Sergino Dest from Barcelona in January. The full-back has not featured for the club since the 3-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the group stage of the Champions League that led to the club’s elimination in the competition.
Dest began his career at Ajax when he joined them as a 12-year-old. The American featured for their youth setup and played in their U-19 and U-21 side before joining up ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Manchester City ace Ferran Torres remains keen on Barcelona move
According to Mundo Deportivo, via 101 Great Goals (h/t The Mirror), Manchester City star Ferran Torres is still keen on joining Barcelona despite their elimination from the Champions League. The Spaniard is currently injured but an exit could be on the cards in January.
Torres started his career at Valencia as he joined their youth setup as a 6-year-old. He progressed through their academy over the years before making his debut for the senior team in the 2017/18 season. Last summer, Man City brought him t ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Transfer News: Barcelona targeting a deal for RB Salzburg star Karim Adeyemi
According to transfer news on Sky Sports Austria (h/t ESPN), Barcelona are lining up a €40million bid for RB Salzburg star Karim Adeyemi. The German centre-forward has continued his fine goal-scoring form this season after a terrific 2020/21 campaign.
Adeyemi is a Bayern Munich youth academy product but moved away at a young age. After several moves, RB Salzburg signed him in 2018. However, he still had some developing to do. And after a one-and-a-half-year loan move at 2nd division Aust ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Wolves star Adama Traore wants to sign for Real Madrid
According to transfer news on El Nacional (h/t ESPN), Adama Traore has instructed his agent to orchestrate a departure from Wolves and seal a move to Real Madrid. The pacy winger has been a vital player under Bruno Lage this season in their bid to compete for European spots.
Traore was a product of La Masia and even joined the Barcelona B team in 2013. However, he eventually sealed a move to Aston Villa and joined Middlesbrough in the following season after the Villa Park outfit were relegated. In 2018, he signed for Wolves ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Transfer News: Manchester City eager on signing Real Madrid star Karim Benzema
According to transfer news on El Nacional (h/t ESPN), Manchester City are plotting a deal to sign Karim Benzema from Real Madrid. The French international has been a loyal servant to Los Blancos for over a decade but could be on the move next summer.
After joining the Spanish club in 2009, Benzema has not looked back. Alongside several brilliant managers and Cristiano Ronaldo, the 33-year-old lifted 4 Champions League titles between 2014-2018. He has been key for the club even after Ronaldo joined Juv ..read more
Media Referee » La Liga
2y ago
Barcelona planning on signing Chelsea duo Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner in January
According to ESPN, Barcelona have contacted Chelsea over the availability of Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner amidst a potential January move. The duo was integral to the success of the Blues last season as they sealed a Top 4 spot in the Premier League and won the Champions League.
The pair were signed by Frank Lampard last summer as the London club shelled out nearly £200million to sign a bunch of players. Werner has garnered more appearances than the Moroccan as the former Ajax man has had his fair ..read more