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Bayern Munich Eye Shock Move for Arsenal Attacker After Contact Made

Despite some clubs still playing competitive football at the Club World Cup, the transfer rumour mill continues to heat up. Arsenal frustratingly fell away at the end of the Premier League season and will be eager to strengthen this summer, closing the gap on Liverpool.

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Barcelona aiming to finalise important contract renewal before end of June

Barcelona are hoping to complete 3-4 signings this summer, but they also have plans to agree new contracts with some of their current players – and one of those to be spoken to is Frenkie de Jong.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 23

Real Madrid reiterate price tag to Arsenal as doubts over Rodrygo Goes future re-emerge

Real Madrid sealed their first victory under Xabi Alonso on Sunday evening, beating Pachuca 3-1 despite being down to 10 men for much of the match. While Thibaut Courtois was busy in the Madrid goal, the first green shoots of Alonso’s new regime were on show, with plenty of movement and quick interplay.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 23

Barcelona and Real Betis to co-sign defender in repeat of 2020 deal

Back in 2020, Barcelona and Real Betis co-signed Emerson Royal from Atletico Mineiro, and they are set to close a similar deal five years later – and on this occasion, it will be for another right-back.

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Soccer News / Football Espana / June 22

Deco reveals Barcelona plan to ease Robert Lewandowski burden

Barcelona Sporting Director Deco has opened up on the club’s plan to rotate Robert Lewandowski next season. Lewandowski continues to prove that age is just a number in Catalonia with the veteran striker enjoying his best-ever campaign in La Liga in 2024/25 as the 36-year-old moved on to 101 goals in 147 appearances across three seasons.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 22

Athletic Club bite back as fans damage Nico Williams mural

Athletic Club have issued a firm message to fans following a controversial incident involving star player Nico Williams. Williams find himself at the centre of a fresh transfer battle with Barcelona making a renewed effort to bring him to Catalonia.

Nico Williams News / ESPN / June 22

Deco: Williams shows 'strong desire' to join Barça

Barcelona sporting director Deco has said that Spain winger Nico Williams is "showing a strong desire" to make the move to the Camp Nou.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 22

Barcelona have primary target in mind to replace Robert Lewandowski in 2026

Barcelona are hoping to sign Nico Williams this summer, and another key piece of attacking will need to be done in 2026: replacing Robert Lewandowski. Lewandowski has been a fantastic servant for Barcelona since arriving from Bayern Munich in 2022.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 22

Deco confirms Barcelona plans for Ansu Fati, Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo

Barcelona are in store for the busy summer transfer window, ahead of it re-opening for business on the 1st of July. Joan Garcia will officially join on this date, and there are also plans for Nico Williams to be signed from Athletic Club.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 22

Nico Williams arrival will see two Barcelona players used less often by Hansi Flick

Barcelona are hoping to sign Nico Williams before the start of the 2025-26 season, and there is a lot of confidence that he will arrive from Athletic Club.

Nico Williams News / Football Espana / June 22

'We’re going to…' – Deco confirms Barcelona plan for Nico Williams signing

It’s no secret that Barcelona want to sign a new winger this summer, and this has been made clear by sporting director Deco – he is the man in charge of the process, which looks to be progressing well at this stage.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 21

Barcelona have advantage in race to sign low-cost attacking option

Barcelona are hoping to sign Nico Williams this summer, but he may not be the only winger to arrive at the Spotify Camp Nou. As well as the Athletic Club man, there could be a low-cost addition made by the La Liga champions.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 21

Barcelona transfer target expresses desire to play alongside Lamine Yamal

Barcelona are aiming to add a new attacker to Hansi Flick’s options ahead of the 2025-26 season kicking off in August, and one of their targets is Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford.

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Nico Williams News / Football Espana / June 21

Barcelona will have no problems paying Nico Williams asking price

Barcelona are determined to make Athletic Club winger Nico Williams their second signing of the 2025 summer transfer window, and they are edging closer to executing their assault.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 21

Luis de la Fuente speaks on Spain call-up chances for new Barcelona player Joan Garcia

Earlier this week, Joan Garcia completed a move to Barcelona. He is to be the starting goalkeeper for Hansi Flick, and as such, his chances of a long-awaited Spain call-up are expected to increase.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 21

Barcelona could recoup 20% of Joan Garcia transfer fee from Espanyol

Barcelona paid €25m earlier this week to sign Joan Garcia, and they could now get back €5m of this from Espanyol, whom they signed the 24-year-old goalkeeper from.

Nico Williams News / Football Espana / June 21

Nico Williams asks for Athletic Cub ‘gesture’ over Barcelona offer

Barcelona are confident over their revived transfer push to sign Athletic Club winger Nico Williams in the coming weeks. La Blaugrana infamously tried and failed to land the Basque forward last summer following his starring role in Spain’s UEFA Euro 2024 title win.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / June 20

Bayern Munich Monitoring AC Milan Star

The summer transfer window is alive and buzzing, and Bayern Munich have started reshaping their attacking plans. Their latest interest is AC Milan’s Rafael Leão, the explosive Portuguese winger who’s long been on the radar of Europe’s elite.

Nico Williams News / Total Apex Sports / June 20

Barcelona’s Exciting Lineup With Nico Williams

The summer buzz at Camp Nou centers on Nico Williams, seen as the potent left winger in Hansi Flick’s lineup for next season. Increasing reports suggest that Barcelona is preparing to trigger its €60 million release clause from Athletic Bilbao, although nothing is official yet.

Ander Herrera News / ESPN / June 20

Boca's Figal, Herrera get 4-game bans at CWC

Boca Juniors duo Ander Herrera and Nicolás Figal received four-match suspensions following their red cards during the Club World Cup group stage match against Benfica.

Athletic Bilbao News / Last Word On Sports / June 18

FIFA Club World Cup Matchday 2 Predictions Including Chelsea vs Flamengo

It’s been an exciting opening round of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, with Latin American sides shining in the early phase of the tournament and many matches seeing large crowds in the United States.

Athletic Bilbao News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Barcelona’s Big Push for Spanish Star Ignites Transfer Buzz

Barcelona’s relentless pursuit of Nico Williams just got more intriguing. The 2024-2025 La Liga champions are looking for more talent. They have been linked to players such as Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford and Luis Diaz, who is currently with Liverpool.

Nico Williams News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Nico Williams Wants Barcelona Move But $75M Clause Creates a Problem

Many reliable reports suggest that Nico Williams' move to FC Barcelona for next season is getting closer. The Spanish winger is eager to join the reigning La Liga champions. The 22-year-old winger is desired by many top European clubs, including Bayern Munich, but Williams's preferred destination this summer is a move to FC Barcelona.

Athletic Bilbao News / Extratime Talk / June 10

Cristiano Ronaldo at 40 Lifts Portugal to Another Odds-Defying UEFA Nations League Trophy

Portugal, captained by the ever-resilient Cristiano Ronaldo, faced what many deemed an insurmountable task: toppling Spain, the reigning UEFA Nations League holders and newly crowned European champions.