Barcelona swiftly appoints Joao Amaral, a Deco-affiliated talent, as their new head scout, replacing Paulo Araujo. Araujo, credited with modernizing the department, departs for personal reasons, reportedly eyeing Premier League offers.
Barcelona remains optimistic about resolving its long-standing salary cap issues, aiming for the '1:1 spending rule' by August. Despite past challenges with asset sales and audit complications, the club plans strategic player deals and potential sales to achieve financial freedom.
After a disappointing Club World Cup exit, Real Madrid are aggressively pursuing defensive reinforcements. Doubts loom over their current backline, with Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate emerging as a key target, potentially joining this summer if financial conditions align.
Bayern Munich has offered €52m for Luis Diaz, who reportedly favors the move. Barcelona, initially interested, is now eyeing Marcus Rashford as Liverpool demands €80-85m, despite Diaz's contract nearing its end.
Barcelona faces a challenging summer, balancing financial pressures with manager Hansi Flick's squad plans. Key players like Araujo prefer to stay, while the club eyes significant sales to ease salary limits. Flick has clear preferences for his new squad.
Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham is reportedly investing £8m in a lavish Barnt Green mansion, including a home for his parents. He also faces shoulder surgery, potentially out until October, and a new midfield role under Xabi Alonso.
Real Madrid, reeling from a 4-0 PSG loss, urgently seeks defensive reinforcement, targeting Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate. With Konate reportedly open to a move and no new contract at Anfield, a transfer looks increasingly likely, though fee negotiations remain key.
Athletic Club's joy over Nico Williams' new deal is tempered by Yeray Alvarez's provisional suspension due to a banned substance from anti-alopecia medication. This unexpected blow impacts their defensive depth.
Barcelona is nearing the €2m signing of Roony Bardghji from FC Copenhagen. His medical is Sunday, with minor ACL concerns. Fans are excited despite delays. Romeu's future is uncertain, while Pablo Torre prepares for Mallorca.
Real Madrid is set to resume transfer activity, with Rodrygo Goes emerging as a key potential departure. Linked with Arsenal and PSG, the Brazilian's future hinges on upcoming talks, as he prefers to stay in Europe despite a crowded attack at Los Blancos.
