Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images The forward’s loan is set to expire soon Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi offered an update on Ansu Fati’s future at the club following Thursday’s Premier League defeat to Manchester City. Fati did not feature in the game at the Amex Stadium that resulted in a comprehensive 4-0 win for Pep Guardiola’s side. De Zerbi was asked about Fati’s future after the match and says he’s not sure yet what will happen with the young star. “Ansu Fati is a big, big talent. I don’t know. I have to speak with Tony, the sporting director, scouts and recruitment te ..read more

Photo by Manuel Queimadelos/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors Attention turns to Valencia - FC Barcelona Work has resumed on the Tito Vilanova field at the Ciutat Esportiva. The players took Wednesday off, but on Thursday they were back under the orders of Xavi Hernández, just before the coach and the president Joan Laporta gave a press conference to explain that the former will be staying in the position for another season. Xavi: 'The project isn't over, it must continue' - FC Barcelona Xavi Hernández will be staying on as FC Barcelona coach ..read more

Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images The club chief was very happy to keep his coach around for one more year Barcelona made big news on Thursday with the official announcement that Xavi Hernández has reversed his decision to leave the club this summer and will stay on as first team coach until the end of the 2024-25 season. President Joan Laporta and Xavi spoke to the press to confirm the news, and the club chief was clearly very happy to keep his coach around for one more year. Laporta also promised “changes and adjustments” to help Xavi, and is happy to maintain stability in the head co ..read more

Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images The boss has given the reasons why he will stick around next season It is now official: Barcelona confirmed on Thursday that Xavi Hernández has reversed his decision to leave the club in the summer and will fulfill his contract as first team head coach until the end of the 2024-25 season. Xavi spoke to the press on Thursday and explained the reasons why he has decided to stick around for one more year after a meeting with president Joan Laporta, and he revealed he’s received full support from his bosses, his players and the fans as they’re set for one m ..read more

Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors 17 different Liga goalscorers - FC Barcelona When Andreas Christensen scored at the Bernabéu on Sunday, he became the 17trh different FC Barcelona player to find the target in what's gone of La Liga 2023/24, which is now the highest figure for any club in the competition, with Las Palmas and Betis now on 16. João Félix strike against Cádiz up for best goal of the month for April - FC Barcelona The acrobatic finish Barça striker João Félix in the recent 2-0 away win at Cádiz in the Nuevo Mirandilla has named a ..read more

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 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

Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images The Spain international’s commitment has been questioned Pedri’s brother has launched a staunch defence of the Barcelona midfielder following online criticism from a fan page in the wake of defeats to PSG and Real Madrid. A post from the Barcelonismos Twitter account, which boasts 99k followers, blasted Pedri for his injury record, calling him a “wasted talent” and added that “all of Barcelona knows what he and his brother do at night.” Hay que hablar seriamente ya de Pedri ▪️Talento desaprovechado ▪️0 Testosterona y mala leche ..read more