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Barcelona are still awaiting their return to the Spotify Camp Nou, which will no longer happen this weekend. Club officials had hoped to be back home for Sunday’s match against Valencia, but that will now be played at the Estadi Johan Cruyff.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / September 3

'It doesn’t make sense' – UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin denies Joan Laporta claims

Barcelona and Real Madrid remain hopeful that the European Super League will come to fruition, although there continues to be pushback. And one of the biggest names calling for the end to the proposed competition is UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin.

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 21

Joan Laporta, Hansi Flick and Deco finalise transfer plans for remainder of Barcelona window

Barcelona’s big hitters met on Thursday to finalise their plans for the end of the transfer window, with 10 days to go until the market slams shut – or in ideal circumstances for Barcelona, gently closes.

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FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 16

Joan Laporta pays tribute to Deco as Barcelona solve registration problem

Barcelona have had a very busy 24 hours, but ultimately, they have succeeded in their goal to register Joan Garcia and Marcus Rashford. Both players are now on La Liga’s books, and they will be able to face Mallorca on Saturday evening.

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / August 15

Joan Laporta ‘almost convinced’ Barcelona will register stars for La Liga debut

Barcelona President Joan Laporta is confident that they will be able to call on star signings Joan Garcia and Marcus Rashford for their La Liga debut against RCD Mallorca.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 11

Barcelona president Joan Laporta makes bullish Ballon d’Or claim

In the next three months, it will be known who has won the 2025 Ballon d’Or – and multiple Barcelona players are in contention. Lamina Yamal, Pedri, Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski have been nominated from Hansi Flick’s side, although they will have stiff competition – most notably from a former teammate in Ousmane Dembele.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / August 11

Joan Laporta hints at registration woes causing key Barcelona sale

Over the weekend, Barcelona finalised the departure of Inigo Martinez, who joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr on a free transfer. The 34-year-old’s exit came as a shock to many, given that he was expected to be a regular starter for Hansi Flick’s side during the upcoming 2025-26 season.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 9

Joan Laporta meeting unlocked Marc-Andre ter Stegen chaos amid La Liga update

Barcelona and Marc-Andre ter Stegen have reached a compromise over their ongoing row on in his injury absence. The saga involving the two parties received a significant update on Friday, and as resolution was reached, to allow Barcelona to move forward.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / August 8

Martínez’s Free Transfer Saga Leaves Barça Biting Its Nails

Well folks, grab your coffee (or something stronger) because it looks like Iñigo Martínez is swapping cozy Catalunya for the glitzy, oil-funded sands of Al-Nassr.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 6

Joan Laporta reveals dream 2025-26 Champions League opponent for Barcelona

Last season, Barcelona came close to winning a quadruple, but they fell short in the Champions League after losing to Inter in the semi-finals. Hansi Flick’s side were won of the best in Europe, but in the end, that honour went to Luis Enrique’s all-conquering PSG squad.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 5

Barcelona planning ‘good cop, bad cop’ approach with Marc-Andre ter Stegen

Barcelona President Joan Laporta arrived back in the Catalan capital on Tuesday morning to bad news. It has emerged that captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen does not intend to sign off on his medical report from his surgery going to La Liga, potentially preventing them activating the injury rule.

Nottingham Forest News / HITC / August 4

Marcus Rashford makes an impact in latest Barcelona friendly as Joan Laporta reacts

Marcus Rashford is settling in quickly at Barcelona, making a strong impression during the club’s pre-season tour of South Korea. Rashford started out with a 34-minute debut and followed that up with another solid outing in a 7-3 win.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 2

'Does not depend on Ter Stegen' – Joan Laporta gives update on Barcelona registration issue

Barcelona start their 2025-26 La Liga campaign in two weeks’ time against Mallorca, but they are yet to register their new signings – as well as some players that have signed new contracts during the off-season.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 1

Joan Laporta makes Lamine Yamal-Lionel Messi comparison with one condition

Lamine Yamal looks all set for another sensational season at Barcelona after igniting his preseason campaign. The Spain international, now turned 18, has been handed the iconic No.10 shirt for the 2025/26 season as a show of his status in Hansi Flick’s side.

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FC Barcelona News / ESPN / July 26

Barça chief: Likely no more signings after Rashford

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says the club have hit their targets in the transfer market this summer and that he doesn't expect further arrivals.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / July 26

'In principle…' – Joan Laporta confirms updated Barcelona transfer plans

Barcelona have had a compelling summer so far, with numerous deals having been completed by sporting director Deco. In terms of incomings, Joan Garcia and Marcus Rashford have arrived, while a number of fringe first team players have departed.

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.

FC Barcelona News / ESPN / July 25

Barcelona want UCL opener away from Camp Nou

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says his club has asked UEFA if the team can play its opening Champions League game away from home.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / July 25

Barcelona President announces Superleague-UEFA negotiations

Barcelona President Joan Laporta has announced that the Superleague are in talks with UEFA to agree to reforms to the Champions League. An agreement would potentially see the Superleague project discarded, which remains comprised of Barcelona, Real Madrid and the organising firm A22.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / July 25

Barcelona President Joan Laporta – ‘I don’t know when we’ll return to Camp Nou’

Barcelona President Joan Laporta did not confirm when asked whether the club could return in time for their scheduled La Liga debut at Camp Nou. Their renovation work on the stadium is already eight months behind schedule, and at a minimum will end up being ten months delayed.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 25

What Rashford privately told Laporta in Barcelona meeting speaks volumes on his relationship with Amorim

Marcus Rashford has finally sealed what had been deemed his dream transfer move in the form of a season-long loan with Barcelona. Indeed, the Manchester

Soccer News / Futbol Times / July 20

Jordi Cruyff reveals Barcelona considered Manchester United attacker as an alternative to Raphinha

FC Barcelona were down in the dumps when Joan Laporta took over as the president in 2021. Since his tenure started, not all of his decisions have gone down well with the fanbase but it is safe to say that the club is in a better position now than they were before.

FC Barcelona News / Futbol Times / July 20

Jordi Cruyff opens up on ‘most painful’ departure during his stint as Barcelona sporting director

FC Barcelona found themselves in a huge financial mess when Joan Laporta was re-elected as the club president in 2021. He knew he had a huge job on his hands that went beyond just making the club competitive again.

FC Barcelona News / Football Italia / May 7

Barcelona President Laporta hits out at Inter 4-3 Barcelona refereeing decisions

Barcelona President Joan Laporta says that Barcelona are out of the Champions League ‘basically because of refereeing decisions that went against us’ after

Soccer News / PSG Talk / December 21

Joan Laporta Sheds Light on Summer Interest in €58M-Rated PSG, Tottenham Target

Club members asked Barcelona president Joan Laporta questions about the club’s current situation. One member voiced concerns about possible registration challenges with Dani Olmo and inquired how the club would have handled registering Nico Williams if they had signed him last summer.