REVEALED: Sergio Busquets 'informed Barcelona boss Xavi NOT to sign an ex-Liverpool flop'... after he identified his 'disorderly life and how he wouldn't be a good example to young players'
1 year, 5 months ago

REVEALED: Sergio Busquets 'informed Barcelona boss Xavi NOT to sign an ex-Liverpool flop'... after he identified his 'disorderly life and how he wouldn't be a good example to young players'

Daily Mail  

Listen to the latest episode of Mail Sport's podcast 'It's All Kicking Off!' According to the report, he entrusted his dressing room with their opinions on transfer targets in January, and then-captain Sergio Busquets advised him not to sign former Liverpool man Arthur Melo for some brutal reasons. Liverpool flop Arthur Melo almost rejoined Barcelona in the winter transfer window, according to a report Barcelona manager Xavi had identified Arthur as a potential signing as the club chased the league title Then-Barcelona captain, Sergio Busquets, reportedly talked his manager out of the move Your browser does not support iframes. Benjamin Pavard also didn't join the club in January due to feedback from the dressing room Ousmane Dembele, who has since joined PSG, reportedly told Xavi that Pavard creates issues in the dressing room Dembele is a team-mate of Pavard, who has since instead joined Inter Milan, at international level with France The podcast also reported that Xavi was keen on signing a right back that could also play centrally, and earmarked Bayern Munich's Benjamin Pavard - who would later join Inter Milan - as a potential option. Dembele reportedly told Xavi that Pavard is a player who creates issues in the dressing room, a feat Barcelona didn't need as they chased domestic success again.

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Former Barcelona boss Xavi 'made key promise to stop Lamine Yamal joining PSG at 15' - with club legend convincing teenage sensation to sign first professional deal
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Former Barcelona boss Xavi 'made key promise to stop Lamine Yamal joining PSG at 15' - with club legend convincing teenage sensation to sign first professional deal

Daily Mail  

Former Barcelona boss Xavi reportedly played a crucial role in preventing Lamine Yamal from joining European rivals PSG at the age of 15. Yamal claimed the prize at just 17 years old after playing a key role in Spain's European Championship triumph, as well as scoring seven goals and providing nine assists in his breakthrough season at Barcelona. PSG reportedly …

Xavi risks uncomfortable reunion with one Man United star if he succeeds Erik ten Hag as quotes resurface - after former Barca boss held talks with Red Devils
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi risks uncomfortable reunion with one Man United star if he succeeds Erik ten Hag as quotes resurface - after former Barca boss held talks with Red Devils

Daily Mail  

Xavi could be facing an awkward reunion with one Manchester United star if he takes the hot seat at Old Trafford after some critical comments he made years ago. Xavi could face an awkward reunion with casemiro if he ends up managing Manchester United In 2018 he suggested that Casemiro had 'trouble' with most things other than pace and that …

Revealed: How Barcelona legend Xavi explained his shock decision to quit as manager in emotional dressing room speech
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Revealed: How Barcelona legend Xavi explained his shock decision to quit as manager in emotional dressing room speech

Daily Mail  

New footage has revealed how Barcelona legend Xavi explained his decision to step down as manager last year to the Catalan giants' squad. The press conference had followed Barcelona suffering a 5-3 home defeat to Villarreal, which saw the defending champions fall 10 points behind rivals Real Madrid in La Liga. pic.twitter.com/xZd1fcXIES — El Chiringuito TV October 1, 2024 Xavi …

Squad doubts led to Xavi exit, says Barcelona president Laporta
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Squad doubts led to Xavi exit, says Barcelona president Laporta

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Tuesday that he decided to sack coach Xavi Hernandez after the former midfielder expressed doubts about the squad. Xavi, who joined Barcelona on a three-year deal when Dutchman Ronald Koeman left in 2021, led the Catalan giants to their 27th league title last season. “Xavi did a good job, he took over the team …

Xavi issues warning to his managerial successor at Barcelona
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi issues warning to his managerial successor at Barcelona

The Independent  

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Xavi thanks squad for support after confirming he will remain as Barcelona boss
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi thanks squad for support after confirming he will remain as Barcelona boss

The Independent  

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Xavi to remain as Barca coach
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi to remain as Barca coach

China Daily  

MADRID - FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has reversed his decision to step down as first team coach at the end of the current season and will now see out his contract until the end of June 2025. Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste confirmed the news late on Wednesday night outside the home of the club's president Joan Laporta following a …

Xavi reportedly set to stay as Barcelona boss after reversing decision to leave
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Xavi reportedly set to stay as Barcelona boss after reversing decision to leave

The Independent  

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Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste reveals he is trying to 'convince' Xavi to reverse his decision to leave this summer... as he insists the club are still 'thinking of a long-term project led by him
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste reveals he is trying to 'convince' Xavi to reverse his decision to leave this summer... as he insists the club are still 'thinking of a long-term project led by him

Daily Mail  

Barcelona's desperation to extend Xavi's stay past the end of the season has been ramped up again as the club's vice-president made a plea for the head coach to stay at the Nou Camp. Xavi enjoys club legend status at Barcelona after a stunning playing career ended with eight LaLiga and four Champions League titles along with other major honours …

Barcelona set to steal march on Liverpool by identifying top managerial candidate
1 year ago

Barcelona set to steal march on Liverpool by identifying top managerial candidate

The Independent  

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THE EURO FILES: Xavi's in the last chance saloon after Barcelona president Joan Laporta went BEZERK in his hospitality box... and why we'll miss Toni Kroos when he's gone
1 year, 1 month ago

THE EURO FILES: Xavi's in the last chance saloon after Barcelona president Joan Laporta went BEZERK in his hospitality box... and why we'll miss Toni Kroos when he's gone

Daily Mail  

When Barcelona were embarrassed last weekend, drawing 3-3 at home to second-from-bottom Granada, club president Joan Laporta took it out on the canapés, angrily turning over a tray of spring rolls in a hospitality box. The writing could be on the wall for Xavi at Barcelona even before his summer departure date Barcelona president Joan Laporta in his hospitality box …

Barcelona cannot afford any more slips-ups, says boss Xavi Hernandez
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona cannot afford any more slips-ups, says boss Xavi Hernandez

The Hindu  

Barcelona have little room for error if it is to defend its LaLiga title, manager Xavi Hernandez said on Friday ahead of his side’s trip to Celta Vigo. Barca’s hopes to overtake bitter rival Real Madrid and this campaign’s surprise package Girona in the title race suffered another blow last weekend after a 3-3 home draw against relegation-threatened Granada. “These …

Football rumours: Bayern Munich could join Liverpool in pursuit of Xabi Alonso
1 year, 1 month ago

Football rumours: Bayern Munich could join Liverpool in pursuit of Xabi Alonso

The Independent  

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Barcelona president sticks with Xavi in show of support for the coach despite his decision to leave
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona president sticks with Xavi in show of support for the coach despite his decision to leave

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona is sticking with Xavi Hernández amid a show of support for the coach despite his decision to leave at the end of the season. Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Sunday he will not make a coaching change and expects Xavi to remain fully committed despite not returning next season. “Xavi told me that at the end of …

From title triumph to stepping down, how Xavi’s Barcelona dream soured
1 year, 1 month ago

From title triumph to stepping down, how Xavi’s Barcelona dream soured

The Hindu  

Only a few months after lifting the Spanish title, Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez dramatically announced he would walk away from the club at the end of the season. After a 5-3 collapse against Villarreal on Saturday which left the champions 10 points adrift of league leaders Real Madrid, Xavi said coaching Barcelona was a “cruel and unpleasant” experience. Xavi took …

Xavi says will quit Barcelona after Villarreal defeat, Real Madrid take La Liga lead
1 year, 1 month ago

Xavi says will quit Barcelona after Villarreal defeat, Real Madrid take La Liga lead

Firstpost  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said he will quit his role at the end of the season after the team’s title defence was derailed in a remarkable 5-3 defeat by Villarreal on Saturday in La Liga. After Real Madrid moved two points clear of Girona at the top of the league with a late 2-1 win at Las Palmas, the pressure …

Xavi won’t continue at Barcelona after this season, citing ‘lack of respect’ and mental fatigue
1 year, 1 month ago

Xavi won’t continue at Barcelona after this season, citing ‘lack of respect’ and mental fatigue

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández won’t continue as Barcelona’s coach after this season, saying he can’t get the team out of a slump. “As a Barcelona fan, I can’t allow this situation to continue, we need a change of course and of dynamics.” Xavi said he made the decision “several days ago,” and although the hard defeat to Villarreal set …

Barcelona target cut-price midfielder after Premier League clubs reject two offers
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona target cut-price midfielder after Premier League clubs reject two offers

The Independent  

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Barcelona boss Xavi is making his players WORSE not better, Real Madrid's Spanish Super Cup triumph proves Kylian Mbappe isn't needed, while Sevilla and Villarreal are serious relegation candidates -
1 year, 2 months ago

Barcelona boss Xavi is making his players WORSE not better, Real Madrid's Spanish Super Cup triumph proves Kylian Mbappe isn't needed, while Sevilla and Villarreal are serious relegation candidates -

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid trounced Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup leaving Xavi's future as coach in question. Ronald Araujo was sent off during Barcelona's Spanish Super Cup defeat by Real Madrid Your browser does not support iframes. Despite their 4-1 win over their eternal rivals, Real boss Carlo Ancelotti remained grounded Despite his devastating display, hat-trick hero Vinicius Jr admitted he …

La Liga 2023-24: Xavi urges Barca to be more clinical in bid to keep title charge alive
1 year, 3 months ago

La Liga 2023-24: Xavi urges Barca to be more clinical in bid to keep title charge alive

The Hindu  

Barcelona must play with more conviction to avoid the setbacks it has suffered in recent games, manager Xavi Hernandez said on Tuesday ahead of its La Liga meeting with lowly Almeria. Barca has won just one of its last four league games, dealing a blow to its hopes of defending its La Liga title and leaving it third in the …

Xavi 'is under pressure at Barcelona with NONE of their boardroom chiefs backing him' and sporting director Deco publicly placing the blame for problems with a U-turn on players on his old team-mate
1 year, 3 months ago

Xavi 'is under pressure at Barcelona with NONE of their boardroom chiefs backing him' and sporting director Deco publicly placing the blame for problems with a U-turn on players on his old team-mate

Daily Mail  

Barcelona boss Xavi is facing the heat at the Nou Camp after punishing back-to-back defeats with none of the clubs boardroom chiefs giving their support to the Spaniard, according to reports. With a trip to Valencia coming next, Xavi now knows that another defeat would leave him in a 'very weak position', the report adds, noting that Ronald Koeman was …

Xavi: Barcelona under brutal pressure after our golden era
1 year, 6 months ago

Xavi: Barcelona under brutal pressure after our golden era

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said Monday his time in the team as a player helped set a high bar which the club is now struggling to reach in the Champions League. In 10 years, from 2006 to 2015, four Champions Leagues were won.” The coach said the club’s objective was to make it through the group phase, ahead of its …

TRANSFER GOSSIP: Xavi agrees a new deal at Barcelona, Tottenham get two out-of-favour stars off their books and Juventus target a teenage wonderkid from Argentina - as Al-Ittihad's pursuit of Mo Salah
1 year, 6 months ago

TRANSFER GOSSIP: Xavi agrees a new deal at Barcelona, Tottenham get two out-of-favour stars off their books and Juventus target a teenage wonderkid from Argentina - as Al-Ittihad's pursuit of Mo Salah

Daily Mail  

Deadline day has been and gone for clubs in the Premier League, but players can still leave the top flight to join clubs in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey while their transfer windows remain open. Mohamed Salah, who was flirting with a move to Saudi Arabia last week ahead of the Premier League deadline, is still being heavily pursued by …

VIDEO - Xavi on Dembele’s departure: Barcelona made him important, disappointed he chose to leave
1 year, 7 months ago

VIDEO - Xavi on Dembele’s departure: Barcelona made him important, disappointed he chose to leave

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said Saturday it was a huge disappointment that winger Ousmane Dembele decided to leave and sign for Paris Saint-Germain. MORE DETAILS: France’s Dembele signs five-year PSG deal, leaves Barcelona “For me he was a good kid, a kid who helped us a lot, we made him important, for me he was an important player,” Xavi told …

Jurgen Klopp responds after Kylian Mbappe to Liverpool rumours
1 year, 7 months ago

Jurgen Klopp responds after Kylian Mbappe to Liverpool rumours

The Independent  

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Liverpool transfer news: Latest Romeo Lavia and Federico Valverde updates after Dominik Szoboszlai signs
1 year, 8 months ago

Liverpool transfer news: Latest Romeo Lavia and Federico Valverde updates after Dominik Szoboszlai signs

The Independent  

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Sergio Busquets to join former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
1 year, 8 months ago

Sergio Busquets to join former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi at Inter Miami

Hindustan Times  

Sergio Busquets is joining former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, the team's second major addition in less than a month. fC Barcelona's Sergio Busquets applauds fans as he is substituted during his last match for FC Barcelona at Camp Nou The team confirmed the move Friday in a video posted on Twitter. Busquets arrived at Barcelona in 2005 …

Replacing Busquets is key to Barcelona’s success next season: Xavi
1 year, 9 months ago

Replacing Busquets is key to Barcelona’s success next season: Xavi

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said on Saturday that it was key for his side to replace the departing Sergio Busquets if it wants to compete for silverware next season. “We have to find this piece, if we want to compete well next year, we have to find it,” Xavi told reporters ahead of Busquets’ final home game, on Sunday against …

Xavi — Barca’s prodigal son who found the silver lining
1 year, 10 months ago

Xavi — Barca’s prodigal son who found the silver lining

The Hindu  

The romance of winning titles both as a master and an apprentice at a football club sounds like the perfect media story, or even a Hollywood script. The club has been embroiled in a refereeing scandal, where allegations of paying the former president of the LaLiga refereeing committee, Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, for “technical reports” have earned it a bad …

Sergio Busquets will base his future at Barcelona on MESSI
1 year, 11 months ago

Sergio Busquets will base his future at Barcelona on MESSI

Daily Mail  

Sergio Busquets will base his future plans around those of former team-mate Lionel Messi, according to reports. According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Busquets and his family have been planning to sync up his final playing years with those of Messi's, and have previously discussed them at length. Barcelona captain is said to place greater importance on playing with Lionel …

Sergio Busquets Returns For Barcelona Ahead of Manchester United UEL Clash But Pedri, Gavi Out
2 years ago

Sergio Busquets Returns For Barcelona Ahead of Manchester United UEL Clash But Pedri, Gavi Out

News 18  

FC Barcelona travel to Old Trafford on Thursday aiming to keep their European ambitions alive when they take on Manchester United in the second leg of their Europa League tie. Barca still have options in the tournament after a 2-2 draw at Camp Nou last week, despite being under pressure from United for long periods of the match, and Raphinha’s …

Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets wants to live the American dream — Joan Laporta
2 years, 1 month ago

Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets wants to live the American dream — Joan Laporta

New York Times  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has revealed Sergio Busquets wants to “live the American experience” when he eventually decides to leave the Camp Nou. That’s what we have agreed with all the parts.” Sections of the media have this week linked Ansu Fati — Barcelona’s 20-year-old forward — with a move to Manchester United but Laporta has insisted they may not …

Barcelona 'will offer Sergio Busquets a deal along with four others before targeting three signings'
2 years, 1 month ago

Barcelona 'will offer Sergio Busquets a deal along with four others before targeting three signings'

Daily Mail  

Barcelona are set to offer Sergio Busquets a new deal along with four others before targeting three signings in the summer transfer window, it has been reported. Head coach Xavi Hernandez will then set his eyes on a three-man transfer shortlist including Sofyan Amrabat, Vitor Roque and Yannick Carrasco, according to Football Espana. Barcelona are set to offer Sergio Busquets …

Barcelona after Sergio Busquets – could Ruben Neves or Martin Zubimendi replace a legend?
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona after Sergio Busquets – could Ruben Neves or Martin Zubimendi replace a legend?

New York Times  

On August 24, 2022, there was a reunion at the Camp Nou. But Xavi still believes there’s no one in the squad who can offer what Busquets does at present and reiterated that before Barcelona’s clash with Betis. He will be a benchmark for any player in our system.” Busquets challenges Antoine Griezmann during their La Liga clash last week …

Barcelona’s Champions League failure puts pressure on Xavi
2 years, 4 months ago

Barcelona’s Champions League failure puts pressure on Xavi

New York Times  

A version of this article was originally published on October 17. “I am the captain of this boat.” Xavi was speaking after his ship had just been torpedoed away to Real Madrid, losing 3-1 in the first Clasico of the 2022-23 campaign, just four days after their chances of qualifying for the Champions League knockout phase were all but sunk …

Barcelona: The tide is turning against Xavi with the club on the brink of Champions League exit
2 years, 5 months ago

Barcelona: The tide is turning against Xavi with the club on the brink of Champions League exit

Daily Mail  

Barcelona will not be firing Xavi for failing to reach the Champions League knockout stages, but we may be just another bad result away from president Joan Laporta reminding everyone why he originally had reservations over the young coach. The tide could be turning against Xavi at Barcelona with the club on the brink of an exit from the Champions …

Jorginho 'could be THIRD Chelsea star to join Barcelona' after his agent was 'spotted in Catalonia'
2 years, 5 months ago

Jorginho 'could be THIRD Chelsea star to join Barcelona' after his agent was 'spotted in Catalonia'

Daily Mail  

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho is reportedly closing in on a switch to LaLiga after his agent Joao Santos was spotted in Barcelona. Chelsea star Jorginho's agent was reportedly spotted in Barcelona amid links to the LaLiga side Marcos Alonso and Andreas Christensen left Chelsea for Barcelona in the summer The Champions League winner's agent has been spotted in the Catalan city, …

Chelsea ‘lead race’ to sign AC Milan star Rafael Leao
2 years, 5 months ago

Chelsea ‘lead race’ to sign AC Milan star Rafael Leao

The Independent  

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LaLiga: Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez backs his 'great squad' to overcome injury woes
2 years, 5 months ago

LaLiga: Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez backs his 'great squad' to overcome injury woes

Firstpost  

Barcelona face Real Mallorca on Saturday in La Liga to start a packed October fixture list, with nine games. Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Memphis Depay and Frenkie de Jong sustained injuries with their national teams over the past fortnight, with Barcelona to face Real Madrid in LaLiga on 16 October, as well as crucial Champions League clashes in a tough …

Barcelona are 'Jorginho and could launch January move' with Xavi keen on the Chelsea midfielder
2 years, 6 months ago

Barcelona are 'Jorginho and could launch January move' with Xavi keen on the Chelsea midfielder

Daily Mail  

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho is reportedly on the radar of LaLiga giants Barcelona, who could be on the lookout for a replacement for the ageing Sergio Busquets. Jorginho could be a replacement for midfielder Sergio Busquets whose contract end this year The Spanish midfielder is also in the last year of his contract and could leave the Nou Camp for free …

Barcelona signing Andreas Christensen misses pre-season win due to 'neck discomfort'
2 years, 7 months ago

Barcelona signing Andreas Christensen misses pre-season win due to 'neck discomfort'

Daily Mail  

Andreas Christensen was forced to pull out of Barcelona's final pre-season match against Pumas just minutes before kick-off due to a neck problem on Sunday. Andreas Christensen has been a regular in the Barcelona first-team in pre-season He was presented on the pitch alongside his team-mates ahead of Sunday's match He was then ruled out just moments before kick-off, with …

Barcelona boss Xavi 'has told Chelsea duo he will do everything possible to sign them
2 years, 7 months ago

Barcelona boss Xavi 'has told Chelsea duo he will do everything possible to sign them

Daily Mail  

Barcelona reportedly want to sign Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso's before Chelsea's Premier League opener against Everton next weekend. Barcelona have been interested in Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso all summer The defenders' including Azipilicueta respective contracts will expire next summer The two clubs have been in direct battle over transfers all summer with Raphinha and Jules Kounde both …

Anthony Martial: Man United ‘eager to keep forward amid Juventus interest’
2 years, 7 months ago

Anthony Martial: Man United ‘eager to keep forward amid Juventus interest’

The Independent  

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'Great Efforts Are Being Made': Sergio Busquets on Arrival of Robert Lewandowski And Others Attackers in Barcelona
2 years, 8 months ago

'Great Efforts Are Being Made': Sergio Busquets on Arrival of Robert Lewandowski And Others Attackers in Barcelona

News 18  

Barcelona captain Sergio Busquets hailed his club to sign prolific striker Robert Lewandowski in the ongoing summer transfer window. Barcelona made big efforts to sign the Poland striker from Bayern Munich for a whopping 50 million euros, including five million in potential add-ons. Busquets said that signing a world striker like Lewandowski meant a lot to Barcelona as he backed …

Lewandowski credits Xavi for ‘easy’ decision on Barcelona move
2 years, 8 months ago

Lewandowski credits Xavi for ‘easy’ decision on Barcelona move

The Hindu  

Polish striker Robert Lewandowski has hailed Barcelona coach Xavi as the main reason for his move to the LaLiga club, saying the former midfielder's ideas and methods painted an "amazing future" for the Spanish team. The Poland international said that he "always wanted to play for a big club" in LaLiga and praised Xavi, who was roped in last season …

Robert Lewandowski explains leaving Bayern Munich for Barcelona
2 years, 8 months ago

Robert Lewandowski explains leaving Bayern Munich for Barcelona

The Independent  

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Guess who is tweeting: FC Barcelona capture Robert Lewandowski's first moments with Spanish club
2 years, 8 months ago

Guess who is tweeting: FC Barcelona capture Robert Lewandowski's first moments with Spanish club

India Today  

Bayern Munich’s number nine for many years, Robert Lewandowski officially joined FC Barcelona in the early hours of Monday, 18 July. The Lewandowski deal was finalised after much back and forth with the German club, who now will be receiving 45 million euros plus add-ons for their main striker. FC Barcelona’s social media accounts shared the first visuals of Lewandowski …

PETE JENSON: Barcelona still need to raise MORE money to register new signings
2 years, 8 months ago

PETE JENSON: Barcelona still need to raise MORE money to register new signings

Daily Mail  

Barcelona are close to giving Xavi the dream team he asked for at the end of last season but they still need to bring money in to be able to register their stellar line-up of new signings. That will mean leasing more of the club's future TV rights in a deal likely to be announced next week and could still …

Football rumours: Juventus shift sights to Arsenal’s Gabriel
2 years, 8 months ago

Football rumours: Juventus shift sights to Arsenal’s Gabriel

The Independent  

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