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We can all have our opinion on whether Deco is the right man for the sporting director role at Barcelona or not, but that’s the position of trust he holds under Joan Laporta so bleating about his suitability makes little difference.
Arguably, he still has as much to prove as any of the players on the pitch, though it’s worth pondering on the point that Laporta may be many things but he isn’t an idiot.
If the Portuguese isn’t signing the right […]
No Barcelona succession plan for Marc-Andre ter Stegen is Deco's strangest decision yet

FC Barcelona continue to explore strategies to maintain their competitiveness in the transfer market despite the financial constraints. One of the names that stands out on the list of targets is Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, a great star of Napoli. The Georgian striker, with a contract until 2028, has caught the attention of the big European clubs thanks to his talent, dribbling and goal-scoring ability.
However, the 70 million euros that the Italian team would demand to let their star leave is a […]
The exchange Barcelona is considering to lower the price of one of its 'dream' wingers

— Oklahoma City gets closer to a big-league pro soccer facility for FC Energy.
OKLAHOMA CITY—On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Council unanimously approved the donation of nine acres of land for the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium near Bricktown.
The donation comes from OKC-based investment firm Echo and will house the long-in-development stadium meant to be the permanent home for the OKC Energy soccer team.
The stadium will be near the intersection of South Shields Boulevard and SE 3rd Street on […]
Land donation for $71M stadium approved by OKC City Council

As Bayern Munich’s players prepare to get back into the club mix, the German national team set out for Hungary as Die Mannschaft had one more UEFA Nations League game to account for during this break.
The Germans were able to outlast Hungary for the 1-0 win, but it was not anywhere near as aesthetic as Saturday’s 7-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Here are some quick hitters on the match:
For the final time in the #NationsLeague group stages, here’s your Germany lineup! #DFB […]
Jonathan David seeking FC Barcelona move?; Manchester City to get Martin Zubimendi in …

The question about the best Barça in recent years usually has the answer to that team that won everything under Pep Guardiola, between 2008 and 2011. However, Gianluigi Buffon does not think the same. The legendary goalkeeper gave an interview to Corriere della Sera Corriere della Sera on the occasion of the presentation of his autobiography ‘Fall, get up, fall, get up’. In this talk, the former footballer answered several questions related to his career, among which there are several […]
Buffon 'passes' from Pep Guardiola's Barça and overlaps with Luis Enrique's

Barcelona executive Enric Masip has confirmed that the club did receive a huge €250 million offer for Lamine Yamal and that it “came from France.”
Club president Joan Laporta has already claimed he turned down an eye-watering offer for Yamal, and Masip has basically confirmed what we all know – that it came from PSG.
“The president has already said that there was an offer worth €250m that was rejected and never even considered,” he told El Chiringuito. “It came from […]
'It came from France' – Barcelona confirm €250m bid for Lamine Yamal – Barca Blaugranes

On November 17th, five Madridista Premium members enjoyed the incredible opportunity to witness the match between the Real Madrid Legends and Ajax Legends live at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam. This match celebrated Ajax’s 125th anniversary, and the lucky winners were selected from a draw for Madridistas residing in the area.
As part of the experience, the winners had the chance to meet their idols in person during a private session at the team’s hotel, where they interacted with the […]
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