After a hectic few months on and off the pitch, Chelsea were under pressure to strengthen the heart of their defence this summer, having lost two centre-backs in Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger to free agency. But by landing Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly for around €40 million, they have signed one of the best defenders in … Read more
6:27 PM ET Alex Kirkland Moises Llorens Barcelona have announced the signing of Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich, becoming the LaLiga club’s fifth arrival this summer. Bayern president Herbert Hainer confirmed on Saturday the clubs had reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of the 33-year-old striker, but the move has now been completed. – … Read more
Ousmane Dembele has finally agreed a new contract with Barcelona until 2024 after his previous deal expired on June 30, the Catalan club confirmed on Thursday. Dembele extended his five-year stay at Camp Nou by signing a two-year contract, bringing to an end months of uncertainty surrounding his future. – Stream ESPN FC Daily on … Read more
Barcelona have announced they have reached an “agreement in principle” to sign Raphinha, provided the Leeds United winger passes a medical. The Catalan club confirmed the news in a statement Tuesday, beating Chelsea to the signing of the Brazil attacker. – Explainer: How Barca are signing players amid finance woes– LaLiga 2022-23 schedule: What the … Read more