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Bougherra would consider new deal
published on Sat, 13 Feb 2010 10:13:00 +0000
Madjid Bougherra claims he would be happy to sign a new deal with Rangers - despite speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona.
Barca prepare make-shift defence for Atletico game
published on Sat, 13 Feb 2010 04:00:00 +0000
Leaders Barcelona take on Atletico Madrid on Sunday looking to keep the pressure on at the top of the table but they will have to cope with a defensive crisis. Coach Pep Guardiola will only have Carlos Puyol, Gabi Milito and…
Bougherra would consider new Rangers deal
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:07:00 +0000
Madjid Bougherra claims he would be happy to sign a new deal with Rangers - despite speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona.
La Liga - Atletico turn focus on Barca
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:57:00 +0000
Atletico Madrid can celebrate reaching the Copa Del Rey final with their own fans on Sunday when unbeaten leaders Barcelona come to town.
Defensive worries for Barca
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:13:00 +0000
Barcelona kept the five-point advantage over Los Merengues with the hard-fought win over Getafe but the Catalans now face a very difficult task at Vicente Calderon, where they have lost last two games, especially since the injury problems are mounting.
SPAIN/ BARCELONA, Two deal renewal
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 07:29:42 +0000
According to Marca, Seydou Keita (30) and Dani Alves (27) could soon extend their contract with Barcelona. Both ask for an higher wage and the club will make of all for satisfy...
Zidane: Barcelona star Messi deserves his awards
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 02:37:23 +0000
Real Madrid chief Zinedine Zidane says Barcelona star Lionel Messi deserves to be regarded as the best in the world.  Messi won the Ballon d'Or and World Player of the Year awards last year. Zizou said: "Messi is a special player who can
Keita to join Dani Alves in winning new Barcelona contract
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 02:35:56 +0000
Seydou Keita is set to be handed new terms by Barcelona. Sport says along with Daniel Alves, Barcelona also intend to offer an improved contract to Keita. Barca hope to secure Alves to a new deal over interest from Chelsea and Manchester City.
Barcelona chief Godall: Laporta could do deal for Arsenals Cesc
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:11:21 +0000
Barcelona vice-president Alfons Godall has again declared Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas is a transfer target. Only yesterday, Barca released an official statement attempting to take the sting out of the speculation. But Godall told COM Radio: "His
Real Madrid battling to keep goalkeeper coach Xabier Manzisidor from Barcelona
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:09:57 +0000
Real Madrid face a battle to keep hold of goalkeeper coach Xabier Manzisidor from Barcelona. AS says Barca coach Pep Guardiola wants to add Manzisidor to his backroom staff for next season. Aware of Barca's interest, Real GM Jorge Valdano has
Jefferen confident depleted Barcelona can handle Atletico Madrid
published on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:05:06 +0000
Barcelona youngster Jeffren says they can handle their absences for tomorrow's clash with Atletico Madrid. Eric Abidal, Gerard Pique, Rafael Marquez, Dani Alves, Dmytro Chygrynskiy and midfielder Yaya Toure are all unavailable through either injury or
La Liga - Barcelona to play Calderon roulette
published on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:26:00 +0000
Barcelona will protect their unbeaten La Liga record with a makeshift defence when they visit Atletico Madrid on Sunday.
Barcelona and Messi nominated for Laureus Award
published on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 06:25:14 +0000
Barcelona is nominated for the 'Team of the Year' and has bright chances to win the award. Messi is nominated for 'Sportsman of the Year' and he is the odd one out in his category.
SPAIN/ BARCELONA, New contracts for Alves and Keita?
published on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 06:12:39 +0000
According to Spanish press, FC Barcelona will soon start negotiations with Daniel Alves and Seydou Keita in order to extend their contracts. Both players have been lately linked with moves to...
ENGLAND/ CHELSEA, Ready 30 milllions for Dani Alves
published on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 06:03:09 +0000
The Brazilian defender Dani Alves, is a market target of Chelsea for next season. Chelsea are disposed to offer almost 30 million pounds.
Injuries piling up for Barcelona coach Guardiola
published on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:28:35 +0000
After zero activity in the January market, the injuries are piling up for Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola.  Dmytro Chygrynskiy has become the latest player to be ruled out of the weekend trip to Atletico Madrid. Chygrynskiy has an injury in
La Liga - Laporta: Barca unwilling to share TV money
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:22:00 +0000
Barcelona are unwilling to accept a system of sharing television revenue among La Liga clubs as it would weaken their ability to compete.
La Liga - Chygrynskiy adds to Barca woes
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:59:00 +0000
Barcelona defender Dmytro Chygrynskiy has injured a thigh muscle and will be out of action for a week.
La Liga - Jeffren extends Barcelona deal
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:31:00 +0000
Barcelona winger Jeffren has signed a two-year extension to his current deal, which was due to expire in the summer.
Smith cool over Bougherra speculation
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:35:00 +0000
Rangers manager Walter Smith has refused to read too much into reports linking Madjid Bougherra with a move to Barcelona after claiming he is now used to the constant speculation surrounding the defender.
La Liga ? Chygrynskiy adds to Barca woes
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:59:00 +0000
Barcelona defender Dmytro Chygrynskiy has injured a thigh muscle and will be out of action for a week.
Defensive problems mount for Guardiola
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:36:00 +0000
If Barcelona manages to beat Atletico Madrid this weekend, it will be a huge performance.
ENGLAND/ CHELSEA, Maxi offer for Dani Alves
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 03:25:44 +0000
Will be Dani Alves the great summer market target of Chelsea. The Brazilian winger is so appreciated by Ancelotti, who has persuaded the club to offer 30 million pounds, in order to...
Barcelona face being without Abidal for two months
published on Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:18:22 +0000
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is facing two months on the sidelines. Abidal limped out of training with a left leg injury earlier on Tuesday and tests have revealed that the France international has picked up an adductor problem which will rule him out
La Liga - Barca suffer Abidal blow
published on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:27:00 +0000
Barcelona left back Eric Abidal injured an adductor muscle in his left leg in training and will be out for six to eight weeks.
Smith cool over Bougherra speculation
published on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:31:00 +0000
Rangers manager Walter Smith has refused to read too much into reports linking Madjid Bougherra with a move to Barcelona after claiming he is now used to the constant speculation surrounding the defender.
La Liga - Calderon: Ronaldo rejected Barcelona
published on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:50:00 +0000
EXCLUSIVE! Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo rejected a lucrative move to Barcelona.
BAYERN MUNICH, Ribery: ?Henry would love to see me at Barcelona
published on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:10:18 +0000
Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery has admitted he may have to leave Germany in pursuit of trophies, while revealing that France team-mate Thierry Henry would love to see him at...
Valencia striker Villa remains hopeful of Barcelona move
published on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:37:46 +0000
Valencia striker David Villa remains hopeful of joining Barcelona in the summer. Barca coach Pep Guardiola made an attempt for Villa over the summer before selling Samuel Eto'o to Inter Milan for Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The coach even spoke to Villa via
Barcelona striker Ibrahimovic: In Italy, they arent interested in good football
published on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:06:56 +0000
Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has defended his lack of goals, insisting it was easier to score in Serie A. He finished Capocannoniere in his final season with Inter Milan, scoring 25 goals in 35 games in Serie A. Speaking to El Periodico,
Ibrahimovic ? Goals will come
published on Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:27:41 +0000
Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims he is unfazed by his lack of goals since the turn of the year.