Barcelona Successfully Registers New Signings Ahead of LaLiga Opener Barcelona have completed the registration of four new signings—Rodri, Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, and João Cancelo—before their LaLiga opener against Elche on Sunday. The four players were officially inscribed with the Spanish league on Friday and Saturday, ensuring their availability for the match. However, Rodri is expected to sit out the game as he continues to adapt to the team’s pace. The club’s fifth summer signing, Jesse Bisiwu, is set to join the reserve team, which competes in the fourth tier of Spanish football. This timely registration process marks a significant shift from previous seasons, when Barcelona faced repeated delays in registering players. In 2022, defender Jules Koundé missed two matches before his registration was finalized at the end of August. Similarly, Dani Olmo was unable to play in 2024 and again briefly in 2025 due to the club exceeding LaLiga’s spending limit. In past years, Barcelona also relied on a rule allowing them to register new signings in place of players sidelined by long-term injuries. For example, Vitor Roque was registered to replace Gavi in 2024, while injuries to Andreas Christensen and Marc-André ter Stegen were used to inscribe other players. The club’s ability to register players promptly this summer reflects improved financial stability. LaLiga recently raised Barcelona’s spending limit to €433 million ($501 million), an increase of €82 million ($95 million) from the €351 million ($406 million) cap at the start of the previous season. This adjustment, combined with the return of the club’s home stadium to its original name, Spotify Camp Nou, has bolstered revenue potential.#la_liga #barcelona #rodri #anthony_gordon #karim_adeyemi
Barcelona Register All Four Summer Signings with La Liga: How Did They Do It? Barcelona successfully registered all four of their summer signings with La Liga the day before their opening match of the season against Elche, marking a significant milestone for the club. The competition confirmed that Joao Cancelo, Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, and Rodri—already registered the previous day—were officially added as first-team players for the 2025 campaign. Jesse Bisiwu, the 18-year-old winger acquired from Club Brugge for €8.5 million, is expected to be registered as a second-team player. While Gordon, Adeyemi, and Cancelo are all set to feature against Elche on Sunday, Rodri is unlikely to make his debut as he continues to build fitness after joining from Manchester City. The Spanish World Cup winner is currently training separately from the main squad, with head coach Hansi Flick expressing optimism about his integration. “Our plan is for him to arrive and join the squad on Monday,” Flick said at a press conference. “I’m delighted he’s here—he’s a fantastic player, a leader, and has a brilliant personality.” This achievement represents a first-time occurrence in four years for Barcelona, as the club has navigated the registration process without major hurdles. The success is attributed to a combination of financial and structural factors. La Liga’s increased salary limit for clubs has provided Barcelona with greater flexibility, allowing them to allocate resources more effectively. Additionally, the club’s decision to offload high-profile players like Robert Lewandowski, who left at the end of his contract, has reduced financial obligations. The return to the Camp Nou, which will host a 60,000-seater stadium for the first time since 2023 renovations began, has also contributed to improved revenue streams.#la_liga #barcelona #anthony_gordon #karim_adeyemi #joao_cancelo
Barcelona Near Deal for Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi Barcelona are close to finalizing the signing of Karim Adeyemi, a versatile Germany forward from Borussia Dortmund, according to sources confirmed to ESPN. The transfer, which has seen significant progress in negotiations, is expected to be completed in the coming days. The deal would mark Barcelona’s second major acquisition of the summer following the €70 million arrival of England winger Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United. Adeyemi, a 24-year-old attacker, is set to join the Spanish champions as part of an attacking overhaul requested by head coach Hansi Flick. The initial offer from Barcelona for Adeyemi was around €20 million, but Dortmund rejected it. However, the clubs are now finalizing an agreement valued at an initial €22 million, with additional €7 million in potential add-ons. Dortmund will also receive a percentage of any profit Barcelona generates from future transfers of Adeyemi. This financial structure reflects the Bundesliga side’s desire to secure a long-term stake in the player’s development. The signing of Adeyemi is not directly linked to Barcelona’s pursuit of a new striker to replace the outgoing Robert Lewandowski, according to sources. Instead, the club remains focused on signing Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez, who is also being pursued by other top European clubs. Flick, who previously worked with Adeyemi during his tenure as Germany’s national team coach, has emphasized the need for versatility in Barcelona’s attacking options. Adeyemi’s ability to play across three positions—striker, winger, and attacking midfielder—aligns with this strategy.#hansi_flick #barcelona #borussia_dortmund #anthony_gordon #karim_adeyemi
FPL Q&A: Expert Advice on Team Selection and Captaincy Choices The FPL expert Holly Shand addressed a range of questions from players seeking guidance on transfers, captaincy choices, and strategic decisions for the upcoming gameweek. One key topic was whether to take a four-point hit to secure a fit goalkeeper. Shand advised against it, emphasizing that goalkeeper points are unpredictable and that having 10 outfield players provides sufficient coverage. She recommended prioritizing outfield players over a goalkeeper transfer, especially in the short term. For budget keeper options, Shand suggested avoiding goalkeeper transfers this week, citing the limited value of such moves outside of a Wildcard. She highlighted Ekitike and Joao Pedro as strong alternatives, with the latter’s recent form giving him a slight edge. When asked about Adli versus Wilson or O’Reilly versus Hall, Shand recommended moving Adli for Wilson to improve long-term prospects, while O’Reilly could be reacquired later due to Manchester City’s double gameweek schedule. Players like Casemiro and Dango Ouattara were discussed as replacements for Dewsbury-Hall, with Shand leaning toward Casemiro due to existing Brentford players in the squad. She also mentioned Elliot Anderson as a potential addition. Anthony Gordon was analyzed as a potential captaincy option, despite his underperformance this season. Shand noted his high number of big chances and potential for a golden run of form, advising players to "jump on" him. For captaincy choices, Shand recommended Harry Wilson or Joao Pedro as alternatives to Bruno Fernandes, acknowledging Bournemouth’s defensive vulnerabilities. She also cautioned against using the Triple Captain chip on Wilson, suggesting it be reserved for premium players.#joao_pedro #fpl #anthony_gordon #holly_shand #ekitike
Anthony Gordon to Arsenal transfer 'makes sense' as Mikel Arteta sent clear verdict Former Chelsea star Joe Cole has suggested that it 'would make sense' for Arsenal to sign Anthony Gordon this summer, despite Mikel Arteta already having two players vying for his position. The Gunners are currently battling to win their first Premier League title since the 2003/04 season, and they’re also still in contention for the Carabao Cup, FA Cup, and Champions League. Despite not struggling for goals this season, former England midfielder Cole believes that adding Newcastle United star Gordon to their ranks would elevate them to another level. Cole was asked about the possibility of Gordon moving to Arsenal and pointed out that the Gunners already have two players who perform in the same position as the England international. "I can see him fitting in there. He ticks the box of physicality for Arsenal. His mentality and physicality are top, plus he’s a winner," Cole said in an interview with Paddy Power. "You’ve already got two very good players competing for that spot in Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard, but none of them tick the boxes Gordon does. Martinelli has a little bit of that physicality and mentality, and Trossard does score goals. Anthony Gordon would just give Mikel Arteta something different on that left side. But again, I just think it’s a case of another huge physical body coming into that squad. He’s a great player and it would make sense to me." Former Everton striker Gordon moved to Newcastle in 2023 and has clocked up 144 appearances for the Magpies, netting 36 goals. The England international nearly signed for his childhood club Liverpool before the start of the 2024/25 season as Newcastle grappled with their Profitability and Sustainability accounts, but the transfer never materialised.#arsenal #mikel_arteta #newcastle_united #anthony_gordon #joe_cole
Manchester United set to pursue Anthony Gordon with £80m bid as winger crisis deepens Manchester United are preparing a significant £80 million offer for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, positioning him as their top target amid a pressing need to strengthen their attacking options. The move comes as manager Michael Carrick seeks to secure his permanent role at Old Trafford, with the club aiming to reshape its wide-play areas following a series of high-profile departures. Carrick, who temporarily took charge after Ruben Amorim’s exit, is determined to overhaul the squad’s attacking flair. The winger crisis has been exacerbated by the exits of Antony, Marcus Rashford, and the anticipated departure of Jadon Sancho, leaving the flanks depleted. Carrick has emphasized the need for pace, creativity, and personality to revive the team’s attacking identity, drawing comparisons to past legends like Ryan Giggs, George Best, and Cristiano Ronaldo. Anthony Gordon, 25, has emerged as the club’s primary focus. Since joining Newcastle from Everton in 2023 for £45 million, the England international has made 144 appearances in all competitions, including 106 Premier League starts. His 2023-24 season was standout, with double-digit Premier League goals and numerous assists, making him a key figure in Eddie Howe’s attacking strategy. Across his career, Gordon has accumulated over 200 Premier League appearances, scoring 43 goals and contributing consistently to the team’s progress. Despite a challenging season, Gordon’s underlying metrics—such as progressive carries, successful dribbles, and high press contributions—remain among the best in Newcastle’s squad.#manchester_united #newcastle_united #eddie_howe #michael_carrick #anthony_gordon
