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Ahmad Sarmad Ansari

Ahmad Sarmad Ansari has been covering Spanish football since 2022 and has been an avid football fanatic since 2010. He mainly covers on and off-field happenings taking place at Barcelona including transfer news, administrative changes, match reports, and any other eventful news coming out of the club for Barca News Network.

Joao Pedro of Chelsea arrives for todays game during the Sunderland v Chelsea Premier League match at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England on 24 May 2026.
Barcelona target João Pedro deemed untouchable by Chelsea
Although a conclusive turn in the saga involving Julian Alvarez and FC Barcelona is not expected to come until the end of...
July 2, 2026, Toronto, Ciudad de Mexico, Canada: Joao Cancelo #20 of Portugal warming up during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Portugal and Croatia at Toronto Stadium. on July 2, 2026 in Toronto, Canada.
Simone Inzaghi expects João Cancelo back despite Barcelona links
FC Barcelona came into this summer transfer window with one of their tasks cut out for them, i .e ., the signing...
May 22, 2026, Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Barcelona, Spain: Joan Laporta, President-elect of FC Barcelona attends his press during the Koeman Cup by Fundation Sportium golf tournament at Club de Golf Barcelona on May 22, 2026 in Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Spain.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta answers Atlético chief over Julián Álvarez saga
As the end of the World Cup 2026 approaches, the operation involving FC Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, and the Argentine forward Julian Alvarez...
Julian Alvarez #9 of Argentina arrives before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Atlético Madrid chief Gil Marín sends firm message to Barcelona over Julián Álvarez
As the World Cup 2026 approaches its end, the operation involving FC Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, and the forward Julian Alvarez is also...
July 9, 2026, Boston, Aarhus, USA: JULES KOUNDE from France during FIFA World Cup 2026: France and Morocco.
Bayern Munich could consider Barcelona defender with some conditions
The attack has seen the most changes in the FC Barcelona team this summer. Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford have both left...
May 22, 2026, Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Barcelona, Spain: Joan Laporta, President-elect of FC Barcelona attends his press during the Koeman Cup by Fundation Sportium golf tournament at Club de Golf Barcelona on May 22, 2026 in Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Spain.
Barcelona president Laporta hails La Masia after Spain and Argentina final matchup
The World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina is going to be a win-win scenario for FC Barcelona fans. On the...
January 19, 2026, Madrid, Madrid, SPAIN: ENRIQUE CEREZO, president of Club Atlético de Madrid and EGEDA.
Enrique Cerezo sends clear message to Barcelona over Julián Álvarez
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July 14, 2026, Dallas, Aarhus, USA: AYMERIC LAPORTE from Spain with post game celebration during FIFA World Cup 2026: France and Spain.
Athletic Club official responds to Barcelona links with Aymeric Laporte
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National Coach Coach Hans-Dieter Hansi Flick GER, portrait, 79th DFB Cup Final, Olympiastadion, Berlin, Germany
Hansi Flick requests extra Barcelona friendly before new season begins
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Barcelona star misses Spain training ahead of World Cup final
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Anthony Gordon of Newcastle United arrives during the Premier League match Newcastle United vs Chelsea at St. James's Park, Newcastle, United Kingdom, 11th May 2025.
Anthony Gordon’s World Cup displays boost Barcelona signing’s market value
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Marc-Andre ter Stegen of Girona FC warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Girona FC and Getafe CF at Montilivi Stadium on January 26, 2026 in Girona, Spain.
Ter Stegen absent from Barcelona training amid imminent Ajax transfer
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Karim Adeyemi of Borussia Dortmund during the UEFA Champions league Matchday 7 of 8 Tottenham Hotspur vs Borussia Dortmund at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, United Kingdom, 20th January 2026
Karim Adeyemi passes Barcelona medical as announcement draws closer
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Barcelona maintain sale plans for midfielder despite Frenkie de Jong injury
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Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur warms up prior to the Premier League match Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, United Kingdom, 11th May 2025.
Cuti Romero prioritizing Barcelona as Tottenham exit plans take shape
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Ferran Torres of Barcelona warms up on the sideline during the UEFA Champions League Last 16 match Newcastle Untied vs Barcelona at St. James's Park, Newcastle, United Kingdom on 10 March 2026.
PSG outline proposed role for Ferran Torres amid Barcelona uncertainty
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Frenkie de Jong #21 of Netherlands reacts as he warms up before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Netherlands and Morocco at Monterrey Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Guadalupe, Mexico.
Barcelona learn extent of Frenkie de Jong injury following medical assessment
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Wrexham, Wales, 11th July 2026. Andres Cuenca of Spain inspects the pitch ahead of the Spain U19 vs Germany U19 UEFA European U19 Championship Final match at The Racecourse, Wrexham.
Andrés Cuenca confirms Barcelona farewell as defender begins new chapter in Italy
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May 19, 2024, Barcelona, Spain: BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 19: .Deco and Bojan Krkic of FC Barcelona during the Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 19, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona identify two proven centre-backs as possible summer reinforcements
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Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Espanyol de Barcelona at Spotify Camp Nou on April 11, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona begin stepping up preparations as Flick ramps up preseason work
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