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Former Barcelona club president Joan Gaspart has taken a shot at Athletic Club over the failed Nico Williams transfer. Barcelona openly pursued Williams for the second summer in a row after failing to convince him over a move after winning UEFA Euro 2024 with Spain.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / August 3

Two Barcelona players to miss final match of pre-season tour due to injury

On Monday, Barcelona face K-League side Daegu FC in the final match of their pre-season tour of Japan and South Korea. Hansi Flick’s side will be hoping to continue their fine form of the last seven days, having already beaten Vissel Kobe and FC Seoul during their adventures in East Asia.

Nico Williams News / ESPN / July 31

Williams brothers speak out on 'false' fraud claims

Athletic Club players Nico Williams and Iñaki Williams said Thursday they have been falsely accused of fraud.

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Soccer News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Trossard Concern but Gabriel & Calafiori Set to Return

Arsenal's 1-0 loss against rivals Tottenham Hotspur was not the only concern for fans, as the team continues with injury concerns. Leonardo Trossard was taken off the pitch after suffering an injury late in the game.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 31

Hansi Flick picks out Barcelona man for praise after FC Seoul victory – ‘Exactly what I want’

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick was content after his side put FC Seoul to the sword in the second of their preseason friendlies, defeating the South Korean opposition 7-3.

Hansi Flick News / Football Espana / July 30

‘Why does he have to leave?’ – Hansi Flick responds to speculation over Barcelona star

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has responded to speculation linking vice-captain Ronald Araujo with a move away from the club. The Uruguayan defender lost his place in the side last season following surgery, and despite signing a new deal with the club until 2031, speculation over his future continues to persist.

Soccer News / Football Espana / July 29

Athletic Club sanctioned for behaviour during Manchester United clash

Athletic Club enjoyed a fine season overall, but there will still be a sense of bitterness with how their European run ended, falling to a fatal 3-0 defeat at home to Manchester United.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 29

Inaki Williams on being first black captain of Athletic Club – ‘The far right is in fashion, those of us…’

Athletic Club star Inaki Williams has this season been named the first black captain in the history of the Basque club, a milestone that he discussed on Tuesday.

Athletic Bilbao News / Athlon Sports / July 28

The Next Lionel Messi? Who Is 15-Year-Old Arsenal Wonderkid Max Dowman?

Arsenal fans have been hearing about a new talent in the Hale End Academy. After bringing Miles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri to the first team, the next talent in line to join Mikel Arteta's first team is Max Dowman.

Soccer News / HITC / July 25

Joan Laporta reveals the overlooked Marcus Rashford trait shaped by Man Utd during Barcelona unveiling

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has spoken about what he’s learned from Marcus Rashford, highlighting a key trait that stands out to him. Marcus Rashford was officially unveiled as a Barcelona player this week, completing his move away from Manchester United after spending time on loan at Aston Villa last season.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 25

Barcelona to remove captaincy from Marc-Andre ter Stegen over surgery debacle

Barcelona are considering removing the captaincy from goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, as the club clash with the German over both his future and his decision-making regarding surgery.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 24

Barcelona prepared to rival Real Madrid in race to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate

Barcelona will soon need to sign a central defender, especially with doubts over the continuity of Inigo Martinez and Andreas Christensen beyond the upcoming season.

Soccer News / Football Espana / July 24

Barcelona president Joan Laporta reacts to Marcus Rashford signing

Earlier this week, Barcelona completed the signing of Marcus Rashford on a season-long loan from Manchester United. The 27-year-old is the club’s left winger addition, which was one of the priorities for this summer’s transfer window.

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Marcus Rashford News / Football Espana / July 23

Barcelona announce signing of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford

Barcelona have confirmed the open secret that is the signing of Marcus Rashford, who joins from Manchester United on a season-long loan. Barcelona have an option to buy on the 27-year-old England international, which is believed to be around €30m.

Marcus Rashford News / Extratime Talk / July 23

Marcus Rashford Will Have To Accept a Loan Move to Barcelona Gleefully

Marcus Rashford has secured a loan move to FC Barcelona. The 27-year-old English forward is heading out on loan for the second time in a row, having spent the second half of last season at Aston Villa.

Soccer News / Football Espana / July 22

Hansi Flick told Marcus Rashford he must improve specific area for game time at Barcelona

Barcelona are yet to make it official, but it does appear a move for Marcus Rashford will be completed. The Manchester United forward arrives on loan with an option to buy, but was not a unanimous choice at the Catalan club to reinforce the Blaugrana.

Marcus Rashford News / Total Apex Sports / July 21

Can Marcus Rashford Save His Career At FC Barcelona?

Marcus Rashford’s time at Manchester United feels like it has quietly run its course. Once hailed as the face of the club’s future, he’s now preparing for a very different challenge, a season-long loan at FC Barcelona, with an option to make it permanent.