FC Barcelona News: 23 May 2024; Preparations begin for La Liga season finale, Ronald Araujo very close to Barça exit
First training session of the last week – FC Barcelona
After having a break for a couple of days, the FC Barcelona squad were back at work on Wednesday with the 3-0 win over Rayo Vallecano still fresh in their minds and knowing that the only remaining match, away to Sevilla on Sunday at 9pm CEST, will have no major repercussions on the final league table.
10 years since Ter Stegen was presented at FC Barcelona – FC Barcelona
Marc-André Ter Stegen officially joined FC Barcelona exactly ten years ago on 22 May 2014. Aged 22 at the time he had spent his entire career to then at his hometown club of Borussia Mönchengladbach, where he gained much acclaim as one of the finest rising goalkeepers in the European game.
Ronald Araujo visits Barça Academy campus – FC Barcelona
Last week the young footballers who took part in a clinic organised by the Barça Academy at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper were paid a surprise visit by none other than Barça central defender Ronald Araujo. The youngsters looked on as the Uruguayan international appeared at the start of their training session to spend a few moments with them accompanied by Benny Megreli, director of the Barça Academy.
Duels that could decide the Champions League Final – FC Barcelona
Not long to wait for the UEFA Women’s Champions League Final! FC Barcelona take on Olympique Lyon, and just one of those teams will be lifting the coveted trophy this Saturday. Who will it be? Let’s take a look at some of the areas where the game could be decided.
Xavi Hernandez agents have been told he won’t continue at Barcelona next season – Football España
Barcelona look as if they will be moving on from Xavi Hernandez this summer, as they get into the process of deciding his replacement. Thus far, he has maintained that he has not heard anything about his future from President Joan Laporta or the club.
The €8m saving that Barcelona hope to make if Xavi Hernandez sacking decision is made – Football España
Next week, it will be decided whether or not Xavi Hernandez is sacked as Barcelona manager, a month after he committed his future to the club for another season. A meeting will be held by Joan Laporta and Deco to discuss the matter, at which point some clarity will be shared.
Barcelona star Marcos Alonso will join Atletico Madrid this summer – Football España
Atletico Madrid are set to lose multiple defenders in the summer. Mario Hermoso and Stefan Savic are certain to leave, while there is also doubt over the futures of Caglar Soyuncu and Reinildo Mandava. Despite this, signings are planned, and one is very close to the arrival door, that being Marcos Alonso.
Barcelona stalwart Ronald Araujo could have already played final match amid possible summer departure – Football España
Barcelona’s summer transfer window is expected to be hectic, with significant departures needed to help improve the club’s ailing finances. Ronald Araujo is one of those who could be sold on, amid strong links with Bayern Munich and clubs in the Premier League.
Barcelona to receive €10m as agreement is reached for central defender Chadi Riad to move to Crystal Palace – Football España
Betis have decided to cash in on Riad, and have agreed to a €14m fee with Palace, of which Barcelona will receive €7m, taking their total benefit to €10m. Meanwhile Betis are already moving to replace the young defender.
