Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu arrested after police raid club offices
The investigation stems from the 'Barcagate' affair which was unearthed last year by Cadena Ser and revealed the club had contracted marketing consultancy I3 Ventures to monitor social media activity. The revelations led to protests from supporters and to several board members resigning while increasing the pressure on Bartomeu, who eventually stepped down in October after facing a vote of no-confidence.
Mar 01, 2021, 19:09 PM IST
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu resigns after Lionel Messi row
Josep Maria Bartomeu has been widely criticised after talisman forward Lionel Messi requested a transfer following the Champions League humiliation.
Oct 28, 2020, 14:21 PM IST
Will not enter into any conflict with Lionel Messi: Barcelona boss
Messi, 33, returned to training with Ronald Koeman's new-look Barca side this month after failing to engineer a move away from Camp Nou this summer.
Lionel Messi not leaving FC Barcelona, Wants to finish his career here : Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu
The Barcelona president has denied speculations that their talisman Lionel Messi is all-set to leave the Camp Nou. The Catalan club is making wholesome changes after their 2-8 drubbing at the hands of Bayern Munich in the Champions League last week.
Aug 19, 2020, 12:59 PM IST
Ronald Koeman will be FC Barcelona coach, confirms president Josep Maria Bartomeu
The former Barcelona player and current Netherlands' head coach is all set to take the reigns of the Catalan giants. He is fondly remembered by the Barca faithful for scoring the winning goal in their maiden Champions League triumph
Aug 19, 2020, 09:41 AM IST
Have no doubt Lionel Messi will re-sign contract: Barcelona chief
The 33-year-old is currently contracted until the end of next season with Barcelona holding talks with the ace Argentina forward about an extension.
Neymar can leave PSG if we get an offer: Sporting Director Leonardo
The Brazilian forward joined PSG from Barcelona on a five-year deal for a world record transfer fee of 222 million euros ($249 million) in 2017.
Jul 09, 2019, 22:44 PM IST
Lionel Messi increases iconic status at Barcelona with 10th La Liga crown
Messi`s first Barca title came in 2005 when he was 17 years old and he was also a fringe player when he collected his second La Liga medal a year later.
Apr 28, 2019, 17:09 PM IST
Russia inaugurates FIFA World Cup with ceremony boycotted by Western leaders
Key Western leaders boycotted the ceremony to avoid legitimizing the Putin state.
Jun 15, 2018, 11:58 AM IST
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu fuels Antoine Griezmann speculation
Barcelona President Josep Maria Bartomeu has been in contact with Antoine Griezmann's agent amid reports the Atletico Madrid striker is set to join the Spanish champions.
May 07, 2018, 18:49 PM IST
Lionel Messi joins 100-goal club in Europe in Barcelona stroll
The unbeaten Barca top Champions League Group D with nine points. A win at Olympiakos in two weeks will seal their place in the last 16.
Oct 19, 2017, 09:23 AM IST
Barcelona president justifies closed-door match: Referee
Munuera Montero also said in his post-match report that a spectator had invaded the field in the 71st minute before being removed by club security personnel.
Oct 02, 2017, 14:58 PM IST
Barcelona president claims Lionel Messi is 'already playing under' new four-year contract
The club announced in July that their all-time leading goalscorer, whose deal was due to expire at the end of this season, had signed an extension to 2021 yet the lack of official confirmation thereafter caused concern among the fan base.
Sep 15, 2017, 14:49 PM IST
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu a 'joke': Neymar
Bartomeu also criticised Neymar and his father and agent Neymar Sr's exit strategy.
Sep 06, 2017, 10:34 AM IST
Brazilian legend Rivaldo agrees to join Barcelona 'Legends' project
Rivaldo, a World Cup winner with Brazil in 2002, represented Barcelona from 1997 to 2002.
Jan 18, 2017, 12:27 PM IST
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu clears speculations about Lionel Messi, says he's 'indispensable' to club
Club's CEO Oscar Grau had also generated intrigue about Messi`s future by declaring Barca needed to use "common sense" when discussing a new contract.
Jan 15, 2017, 10:34 AM IST
Lionel Messi deserves Ballon d`Or every year: Barcelona president
In 2016, France Football announced the end of their partnership with FIFA, and return back to their original Ballon d'Or award.
Dec 21, 2016, 00:14 AM IST
Barca's prolific striker Luis Suarez to be offered fresh contract, says Club president
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Dec 08, 2016, 17:42 PM IST
Barcelona president confident Lionel Messi will end career in Camp Nou
With the clock ticking and only 18 months left on Messi`s deal the club want to extend it, as they did with Neymar and as they are trying to do with Luis Suarez.
Nov 16, 2016, 23:30 PM IST
Neymar: Barcelona superstar nears trial over transfer corruption case
Should he be found guilty, Neymar, 24, faces a prison sentence of between six months and two years and a heavy fine.
Nov 08, 2016, 08:45 AM IST
