Archive for October, 2009

Rosell wants Guardiola as Barca’s Alex Ferguson

Sandro Rosell is finalizing the details of his 2010 Barca presidential bid.
Speaking for “Esport Club”, Rosell revealed some of the key points of his project. Rosell said that above all he would like to preserve the good image of FC Barcelona,  include the ethical code for directors and to give Guardiola more power to decide [...]

Barca could sign Cesc and Robinho next year

According to Catalan newspaper “El Mundo Deportivo”, FC Barcelona are preparing to strengthen their ranks with two big name signings next summer.
Reportedly, both Joan Laporta (current Barca president) and the most likely winner of next elections (Sandro Rosell), want to sign Cesc Fabregas as their main signing for the next season. The Catalan press even [...]

Pedro: “Guardiola gives me confidence”

FC Barcelona winger Pedro Rodriguez has come along leaps and bounds over the past several months, and the Tenerife-born youngster explained that this is due to the confidence he is getting from coach Pep Guardiola.

“I have more confidence because of the opportunities the coach is giving me, the minutes I am getting [on the pitch], [...]

Keirrison loan turning raw

Sending the young Brazilian starlet, Keirrison, to Benfica in order to gain experience in Europe could turn out as a bad deal for Barcelona.
Out of nine official Benfica matches this season, Keirrison featured in starting eleven only once, three times came from the bench and in the rest he didn’t even play.
With so few chances [...]

Neven Subotic linked with FC Barcelona

According to pundits coming from Germany, Borussia Dortmund’s defender and Serbian international Neven Subotic (20) could make a big move in the winter transfer window, or at the end of the season. The young defender, who is already being dubbed the “New Nemanja Vidic”, has been linked with top European clubs, such as FC Barcelona, [...]

Marquez wants to stay at Barca

Mexican international and FC Barcelona defender, Rafael Marquez, is keen to sign a new contract with Barca and likely see out his career at Camp Nou.
Rafa Marquez (30) will be out of contract in 8 months but the club already expressed their desire to keep the Mexican after 6 years of loyalty to Blaugrana shirt.
The [...]

Cruyff against Messi deal

Barca legend, Johan Cruyff, expressed his view that FC Barcelona shouldn’t have extended Messi’s contract until 2016 and thinks they did so out of fear from Real Madrid.
FC Barcelona recently tied the Argentinian forward, Leo Messi, with a new deal making him the best paid player in the squad with a release clause of 250 [...]

Joshua Angoy Cruyff makes his debut

Cruyff legacy added a new chapter in Barca history. Johan Cruyff’s  grandson, Joshua Angoy Cruyff, made his debut yesterday for Barca Juvenil B team. The youngster entered the pitch in the final minutes for Sergi’s team. Joshua Angoy Cruyff is a son of Jesus, who married the daughter of Johan Cruyff.

Laporta:”I hope Marquez stays with us for years to come”

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta praised the Mexican international and said he hoped that Rafa Marquez stays on at Barca.
Upon his arrival to Mexico today where he is scheduled to inaugurate two charitable football centers, FC Barcelona president revealed: “We are awaiting for Marquez’ renewal and I am confident that before the end of the year [...]

Villa doubtful for Barca clash

Valencia striker David Villa was forced to leave the El Sardinero pitch after suffering an injury and could miss Valencia’s clash with FC Barcelona.
The striker felt a severe discomfort in his right thigh, making him doubtful for next match of the Spanish national team, which takes place next Saturday against Armenia. Depending on the more [...]