FC Barcelona News: 24 April 2024

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 could be sorted in the coming days. Xavi Hernandez announced in January that he would be stepping down as head coach at the end of the season, although it now appears that he is open to staying on for next season.

Barcelona left with positive impression after speaking with La Liga over plan to return to 1-1 transfer rule - Football España
With Barcelona’s season having been all-but ended on Sunday after defeat to Real Madrid in El Clasico, attention has already started turning towards the summer. Amid scheduled talks with Xavi Hernandez in the coming days over convincing him to stay on as manager, club bosses are also working to improve the financial situation before the transfer window opens.

Paris Saint-Germain want Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as replacement for Real Madrid-bound Kylian Mbappe - Football España
Club bosses at PSG were very impressed with the 16-year-old’s performances during the recent Champions League quarter-final tie, and according to the report, they believe that a fee of €200m would be enough to secure his signature, especially with Barcelona suffering from financial problems.

Manchester City star Bernardo Silva 'crazy' about Barcelona move - Football España
Barcelona and Bernardo Silva have been linked for multiple years now, but those links show no sign of going away, with the Portuguese reportedly keen on a move to the Blaugrana for the third summer in a row.

Barcelona hoping to announce €100m boost from Nike deal next week - Football España
Barcelona are closing in on a new sponsorship deal with kit manufacturer Nike, which could be a major financial boost for the Blaugrana as they enter another summer with uncertainty over their finances.

Barcelona restart contract talks with midfielder Sergi Roberto - Football España
The 32-year-old midfielder has been on short-term deals for the last two seasons, and the Blaugrana have contacted him to explain that they would be interested in extending his contract once again.

Ronald Araujo potentially closer to Barcelona exit if Xavi Hernandez leaves job - Football España
The future of Ronald Araujo at Barcelona will remain up in the air either until he leaves the club, or until another major exit occurs in Can Barca. There are certain factors that could influence the matter though.

Source: barcablaugranes.com