Barcelona sack sporting director Eric Abidal
Barcelona announce the sacking of sporting director Eric Abidal the day after manager Quique Setien faced the axe at Camp Nou.
Aug 18, 23:08
Bartomeu confirms Ronald Koeman in line to become new Barcelona manager
The Holland coach, who played for Barca between 1989 and 1995, has expressed his interest in replacing Quique Setien.
Aug 18, 20:50
Sergio Busquets 'among players not wanted by Ronald Koeman at Barcelona'
Barcelona stalwart Sergio Busquets is reportedly among a host of high-profile players who could see his future at the club come under threat if Ronald Koeman takes over.
Aug 18, 14:04
Barcelona 'decide against sacking sporting director Eric Abidal'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu reportedly decides against sacking sporting director Eric Abidal in the wake of the club's 8-2 Champions League defeat to Bayern.
Aug 18, 13:45
Manchester United 'line up Barcelona raid for four players'
Manchester United are reportedly planning to raid Barcelona this summer, with Ousmane Dembele, Arturo Vidal, Ivan Rakitic and Samuel Umtiti all on their wanted list.
Aug 18, 13:24
Barcelona 'to enforce wage cuts on players who refuse to leave this summer'
Barcelona are reportedly looking to offload a number of key players in a major summer overhaul and will threaten those reluctant to leave with pay cuts.
Aug 18, 13:11
Tuesday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Malang Sarr, Lionel Messi, Dayot Upamecano
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 13:02
Messi's future and a squad rebuild - the key issues for Barcelona's new boss
Setien's successor has some big tasks in his in-tray.
Aug 18, 12:46
Ronald Koeman 'wants Donny van de Beek as first Barcelona signing'
Prospective new Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman reportedly identifies Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek as his preferred first signing if he takes over at the club.
Aug 18, 12:46
Tuesday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Kalidou Koulibaly, Jadon Sancho, Kai Havertz
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 12:07
Tuesday's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup: Lionel Messi, Neymar, Philippe Coutinho
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Barcelona on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 09:59
Tuesday's Arsenal transfer talk news roundup: Kalidou Koulibaly, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Philippe Coutinho
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Arsenal on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 08:05
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Kalidou Koulibaly, Jadon Sancho, Kai Havertz
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Aug 18, 07:57
Philippe Coutinho 'could still have Barcelona future after Setien sacking'
Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho could stay at Camp Nou provided he is given the chance to prove himself under La Blaugrana's new manager, according to a report.
Aug 18, 00:00
Arsene Wenger 'offers to take Netherlands job with Ronald Koeman set for Barca'
Arsene Wenger reportedly puts himself forward as a candidate for the Netherlands job, with current manager Ronald Koeman expected to succeed Quique Setien at Barcelona.
Aug 17, 23:47
Lionel Messi 'would only leave Barcelona for Champions League contenders'
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi will reportedly only leave Camp Nou in the quest for Champions League glory, but clubs will have to fork out €100m for the 33-year-old.
Aug 17, 23:33
Barcelona to appoint Quique Setien replacement "in the coming days"
Holland boss Ronald Koeman is among those linked to the vacant role at the Nou Camp.
Aug 17, 22:05
Barcelona confirm Quique Setien axe
The ex-Real Betis boss was only appointed in January.
Aug 17, 20:18
Lionel Messi 'has not asked to quit Barcelona'
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has reportedly not requested a move away from Camp Nou despite the crushing defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Aug 17, 13:34
Barcelona 'rekindle interest in Neymar'
Barcelona could reportedly look to bring Neymar back to Camp Nou this summer, and the Catalan giants are willing to throw in Antoine Griezmann as part of a deal.
Aug 17, 12:44
Manchester City 'lining up Mauricio Pochettino as new manager'
A report claims that Manchester City chiefs are preparing for Pep Guardiola's possible exit, with Mauricio Pochettino their top choice to take charge.
Aug 17, 09:19
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu appears to confirm Quique Setien sacking
Josep Maria Bartomeu seems to have confirmed the imminent departure of Barcelona head coach Quique Setien on the back of last week's 8-2 loss against Bayern Munich.
Aug 17, 09:05
All but four Barcelona players 'placed on transfer list'
Barcelona place all but four members of their first-team squad on the transfer list, according to a report.
Aug 16, 19:49
Lionel Messi 'considering Barcelona future'
Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi is currently considering his future at Camp Nou, according to a report.
Aug 16, 19:25
Ronald Koeman 'favourite to be new Barcelona boss'
Ronald Koeman - currently in charge of the Netherlands - is the favourite to replace Quique Setien as Barcelona boss, according to a report.
Aug 16, 19:13
Sunday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Philippe Coutinho, Lionel Messi, N'Golo Kante
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Sunday, August 16.
Aug 16, 13:05
Graeme Souness tips Manchester United to move for Barcelona's Lionel Messi
Pundit Graeme Souness tips Manchester United to make an audacious attempt to sign Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in the coming weeks.
Aug 16, 12:59
Barcelona's next head coach: Five contenders to replace Quique Setien
Sports Mole looks at five contenders to replace head coach Quique Setien at Barcelona following the club's humiliating 8-2 loss to Bayern Munich.
Aug 16, 12:22
Transfer latest: Lionel Messi heading for Premier League?
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Aug 16, 07:57
Barcelona 'to sack Eric Abidal as part of revamp'
Eric Abidal is set to lose his job as Barcelona's sporting director, with head coach Quique Setien also leaving the club, according to a report.
Aug 15, 23:36
Barcelona 'could delay Quique Setien sacking'
Barcelona could wait until next week before announcing the departure of Quique Setien, according to a report.
Aug 15, 23:13
What has gone wrong at Barcelona?
The club's recent big-money signings have failed to live up to expectations.
Aug 15, 09:02
Gerard Pique calls for drastic changes at Barcelona
The defender says 'the club needs change' in the wake of their Champions League humiliation.
Aug 15, 08:41
Barcelona 'consider Pochettino, Koeman as Setien replacements'
Barcelona identify Mauricio Pochettino and Ronald Koeman as potential successors to under-fire manager Quique Setien, according to a report.
Aug 14, 23:35
Bayern Munich put eight past Barcelona to reach Champions League semi-finals
Bayern cruised into the last four in Lisbon by blowing Barca away, scoring four goals in the opening 31 minutes.
Aug 14, 22:14
Qatari side 'interested in signing Luis Suarez'
Barcelona forward Luis Suarez emerges as a target for Qatari side Al-Arabi, according to a report.
Aug 14, 18:28
Xavi rules out taking Barcelona job in near future
Barcelona's all-time record appearance-maker Xavi rules out taking over as the club's manager anytime soon due to "external noise" surrounding the Catalan giants.
Aug 13, 14:56
Arsene Wenger 'rejects offer to replace Quique Setien at Barcelona'
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reportedly rejects an offer to take over from Quique Setien as Barcelona boss.
Aug 13, 10:46
Preview: Barcelona vs. Bayern Munich - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Champions League quarter-final between Barcelona and Bayern Munich, including team news and predicted lineups.
Aug 12, 15:22
How Barcelona could line up against Bayern Munich
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona could line up in Friday's Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
Aug 12, 14:11
