Barcelona's renewed focus on Brazilian youth talent, spearheaded by Deco, sees Flamengo's 17-year-old forward Ryan Roberto as their latest target. Despite his potential, Flamengo is keen to retain the dribbling maestro, making a transfer challenging for Barça and Ajax.
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal faces legal challenges in Spain after his 18th birthday party allegedly featured controversial entertainment involving people with dwarfism, prompting a government investigation and potential hefty fines.
Hansi Flick's no-nonsense approach hit Barcelona early, with Hector Fort arriving late for medicals post-Lamine Yamal's birthday. This could see the young defender benched, given Flick's history of punishing tardiness.
Real Madrid faces a challenging 2025/26 start with star Jude Bellingham out for months after shoulder surgery. Coach Xabi Alonso must now fill the midfield void following their surprising Club World Cup exit to PSG.
Real Madrid officially confirms the €50m signing of 22-year-old left-back Alvaro Carreras from Benfica, marking their third significant defensive acquisition this summer. He's set to be the club's long-term solution at the position.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is set to unleash a grueling pre-season training program, including double sessions and no rest days, as the squad prepares for a vital 2025/26 campaign and an Asian tour, while awaiting their delayed Camp Nou return.
Real Madrid has officially secured left-back Alvaro Carreras from Benfica for €50M, paid in installments. This high-profile signing raises immediate questions about the futures of current defenders Fran Garcia and Ferland Mendy at the club, with Garcia linked to AC Milan.
Pablo Torre, 22, transfers from Barcelona to RCD Mallorca for more minutes. Despite strong performance, he faced tough competition. The €5M deal includes buyback and sell-on clauses for Barça.
Barcelona is bracing for an unconventional start to their 2025/26 La Liga campaign, facing three consecutive away matches. Delays in the Camp Nou renovation and new league protocols for soaring Spanish temperatures, necessitating later kick-off times, set a challenging tone for Hansi Flick's squad from the outset.
Ronald Araujo is ready to battle for his spot in Hansi Flick's treble-winning Barcelona squad, starting preseason early to regain his prime form amidst transfer rumors and strong internal competition.
