FC Barcelona News: 20 October 2024
A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors
Flick: 'We are only focused on Sevilla' - FC Barcelona
In the traditional pre-match press conference ahead of Barça's game at home on Sunday against Sevilla (kick off 9pm CEST), coach Hansi Flick faced the media following the international break. The blaugranes' next opponents in La Liga are "a good team, who play good football, likes to have possession and are in good form," according to the German.
Ponferradina 1-1 Barça Atlètic: Valuable point - FC Barcelona
Barça Atlètic have picked up a point away to a Ponferradina side that took an early lead that was neutralised by Unai, with some top saves latte on from Astralaga ensuring the Catalans held on for a draw.
Laporta: 'Board of Directors and I feel stronger, more convinced, and more determined than ever to complete the club's recovery in all areas' - FC Barcelona
Joan Laporta opened the FC Barcelona Ordinary General Assembly of Members with the traditional report from the president. He reviewed the overall situation of the club, placing particular emphasis on yet another positive response from La Masia, with fabulous youngsters strengthening the football team, the ordinary profit achieved last season despite having to play at the Estadi OlÃmpic LluÃs Companys, the reduction in the payroll without losing competitiveness, and the excitement surrounding the return to Spotify Camp Nou and the celebrations of the 125th anniversary.
Approval of the closure of the 2023/24 financial year and the 2024/25 budget - FC Barcelona
Green light for last season's figures and this season's budget. The FC Barcelona Ordinary General Assembly has approved the financial results for the 2023/2024 season, during which the club managed to stop the economic decline of recent years and achieved a positive ordinary profit of €12 million.
Approval of the appointment of Ramon Estebe as Members Ombudsman - FC Barcelona
In accordance with Article 57.2 of the FC Barcelona Statutes, the Ordinary Assembly has ratified with a three fifths majority (225 votes in favor, 12 against, and 29 blank) the appointment of Ramon Estebe as the Members Ombudsman by the Board of Directors on July 24.
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal labelled as a "phenomenon" by Spain manager Luis de la Fuente - Football España
Barcelona and the Spanish Football Federation were at odds last weekend over Lamine Yamal, who suffered a knock during the victory over Denmark. The Catalans demanded that their player be withdrawn from Luis de la Fuente’s squad with immediate effect, and despite initial pushback, he did so, which meant that he missed the win against Serbia on Tuesday.
Hansi Flick clarifies Barcelona goalkeeping situation ahead of Bayern Munich and Real Madrid fixtures - Football España
The next seven days are massive for Barcelona. They face Sevilla on Sunday, before titanic battles against Bayern Munich (Wednesday) and Real Madrid (next Saturday). Hansi Flick’s squad is in a good place ahead of this, with the likes of Gavi, Dani Olmo and Fermin Lopez having just returned from injury lay-offs.
"I have been on the other side" - Hansi Flick weighs into Barcelona's Lamine Yamal dispute with RFEF - Football España
Last weekend, Barcelona were involved in a dispute with the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). It centred around Lamine Yamal, who had picked up a slight knock during Spain’s victory over Denmark – La Roja tried to keep him, but after demands were made by the Catalans, as well as the carrying-out of medical tests, it was decided the the 17-year-old sensation would be withdrawn from the squad.
"He felt some discomfort" - Hansi Flick casts doubt on starting role for Frenkie de Jong - Football España
On Sunday, Barcelona make their return to action after the international break. The La Liga leaders take on Sevilla at the Estadi Olimpic, before two mammoth fixtures against Bayern Munich and Real Madrid next week. For now, Hansi Flick’s sole focus is on Los Nervionenses. However, with those two matches coming up, it could be the time for some alterations to be made, and Frenkie de Jong is someone that is in line for a first start in almost six months.
Joan Laporta confirms transfer fee of Barcelona summer signing Dani Olmo - Football España
Olmo signed from RB Leipzig after playing a leading role in Spain’s success at Euro 2024. Speaking at the club’s General Assembly, Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed the transfer fee that was paid, while also highlighting how the transfer model in place has been effective.
Bayern Munich talisman Jamal Musiala struggling with injury ahead of Champions League showdown against Barcelona - Football España
On Wednesday, one of the biggest Champions League matches of the season so far will take place at the Estadi Olimpic. Bayern Munich will make the trip to Catalonia to face high-flying Barcelona, who will be aiming to make it back-to-back victories in the competition.
Barca and Bayern Munich to rival Real Madrid for Trent Alexander-Arnold - Football España
Alexander-Arnold is out of contract at Anfield at the end of the 2024/25 season but the Premier League giants have no interest in a possible January exit. The latest update indicates Liverpool have resigned themselves to losing the defender at the end of the campaign as Real Madrid close in. However, the 25-year-old may not be presented with a straightforward choice between Madrid and Merseyside, with other clubs expressing an interest.
Source: barcablaugranes.com
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