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Raafay Humayun

Raafay Humayun is a life-long fan of FC Barcelona and an avid enjoyer of all things Blaugrana. Having fallen in love with the club for the way they defined football for him, he now spends his time watching games, analyzing the happenings in them, and digesting any and everything related to his beloved Catalan club. He also writes as an author for Barca News Network hoping to deliver the latest updates to his fellow ‘culés’.

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.
Barcelona veteran Marc-Andre ter Stegen now close to joining Ajax on a permanent deal, not a loan
FC Barcelona have been working on several exit operations across the ongoing summer transfer window. However, in recent days, perhaps the most...
Robert Lewandowski of Poland waves to the fans after the team's victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs match between Poland and Albania at PGE Narodowy on March 26, 2026 in Warsaw, Poland.
Departing Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski now set to join his new team in MLS
FC Barcelona and Polish veteran Robert Lewandowski have decided to part ways this summer. After four years at the Catalan club, the...
Departing Barcelona talent talks La Masia, his future, Pedri, Lamine Yamal, and his own journey
One of the most promising talents to emerge from the Barcelona academy in recent years is Quim Junyent. The 19-year-old Spanish midfielder...
‘He will not be staying in Catalonia for too long…‘ – Graeme Souness tears into new €80m Barcelona signing
The ongoing FIFA World Cup has seen several FC Barcelona players progress with their respective countries to the knockout stages. One such...
SEVILLE, SPAIN - APRIL 18: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Alex Baena during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Argentina legend urges Atletico Madrid and Barcelona to find a solution for Julian Alvarez
The biggest news surrounding FC Barcelona in terms of their transfer targets still revolves around Julian Alvarez. Despite Atletico Madrid’s insistence on...
President of LaLiga EA Sport Javier Tebas, President of the Spanish Football Association RFEF Rafael Louzan and President Elected of FC Barcelona Joan Laporta look on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Spotify Camp Nou on May 10, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona club members unhappy with new ticketing system
In terms of their transfer operations, FC Barcelona continue to work on various targets such as Julian Alvarez. However, there are other...
Barcelona star full of praise for Lionel Messi following age-defying World Cup performances
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PUEBLA, MEXICO - JUNE 08: Pau Cubarsi of Spain runs with the ball during the international friendly match between Peru and Spain at Estadio Cuauhtémoc on June 08, 2026 in Puebla, Mexico.
Barcelona duo escape serious injury during heated Spain-Uruguay clash
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Julian Alvarez reciprocates Barcelona star Pedri’s admiration
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Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Luis Suarez uses failed Liverpool exit to Arsenal as lesson for Julian Alvarez amid Barcelona links
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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.
Luis Suarez explains why Barcelona keep proving critics wrong under Hansi Flick
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MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 24: Luis Suárez #9 of Inter Miami CF celebrates after scoring his team's fifth goal during the MLS match between Inter Miami CF and Philadelphia Union at Nu Stadium on May 24, 2026 in Miami, Florida.
Barcelona legend Luis Suarez gives verdict on the club’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez
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Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Report reveals why Julian Alvarez’s Barcelona dream sounds familiar
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Barcelona star gives his verdict on the signing of Anthony Gordon
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PUEBLA, MEXICO - JUNE 08: Pau Cubarsi of Spain runs with the ball during the international friendly match between Peru and Spain at Estadio Cuauhtémoc on June 08, 2026 in Puebla, Mexico.
Pau Cubarsi reacts to the possibility of Julian Alvarez joining Barcelona
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Lionel Messi reacts to Barcelona birthday tribute with heartfelt response
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - APRIL 18: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Alex Baena during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
‘Maybe he’s not happy because…‘ – Alex Baena addresses Julian Alvarez situation amid Barcelona interest
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Deco, sporting director of FC Barcelona follows the press conference at Spotify Camp Nou on July 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona and Deco extend heartwarming gesture towards Lionel Messi on his 39th birthday
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Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Julian Alvarez could make use of an unusual legal approach to force a move to Barcelona
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Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Julian Alvarez publicly confirms desire to leave Atletico Madrid, agrees to join Barcelona – Romano
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