Inigo Martinez (Barcelona)
March 2025
Osasuna may appeal against Barcelona over Inigo Martinez’s appearance in their 3-0 win, claiming the defender was ineligible after withdrawing from Spain duty due to injury.
Martinez pulled out of the Spain squad with a knee issue but played against Osasuna days later. The Pamplona-based club believes this breaches FIFA rules, sparking potential legal action.
Rafael Leão (AC Milan)
March 2025
AC Milan could be forced to sell winger Rafael Leão this summer if the club fails to qualify for next season’s UEFA Champions League, prompting interest from Barcelona and other elite clubs.
Leão has been one of Milan’s standout performers this season with 13 goal contributions in Serie A, but club finances and European competition status may dictate their decision on key players including Maignan and Hernández.
Dani Olmo, Hansi Flick (Barcelona)
28 March, post-international break
Barcelona beat Osasuna 3-0 but lost Dani Olmo to an adductor injury, potentially sidelining him for 2–3 weeks amid a brutal fixture stretch.
The match was rescheduled after a staff tragedy and played just after the break, with Flick and Koundé criticizing the overloaded calendar. Barça now face 7 games in 20 days.
Jeremie Frimpong (Bayer Leverkusen)
March 2025
Liverpool are nearing a deal for Frimpong, with Celtic in line to benefit from a 30% sell-on clause from his 2021 transfer.
The Daily Record reports advanced talks as Liverpool beat out Barcelona, Man Utd, Chelsea, and Real Madrid for the Dutch defender.
Francisco Trincão, Sporting CP
March 2025
Barcelona’s €25m buyback clause for Trincão expired in June 2024.
Since his permanent move to Sporting in 2023, Trincão has become a key figure, contributing 8 goals and 12 assists in the Primeira Liga this season. Arsenal and Manchester United are now interested, and Sporting are working on a contract extension beyond 2026.
Bart Verbruggen, Brighton
March 2025
Barcelona are targeting Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as a future signing, with club officials scouting him during the Netherlands’ Nations League match against Spain.
Although Barcelona were present to monitor the 21-year-old during the Nations League quarter-final, the club is not planning a move this summer. The Spanish giants are reportedly looking to initiate talks for a potential deal closer to 2026, viewing Verbruggen as a long-term solution in goal.
Raphinha (Brazil, Barcelona), Endrick (Brazil, Palmeiras), Joelinton (Brazil, Newcastle)
Emiliano Martínez (Argentina, Aston Villa), Leandro Paredes (Argentina, Roma)
Post-match, after Brazil’s heavy defeat to Argentina in World Cup qualifying
Raphinha was involved in a heated tunnel incident following Brazil’s loss to Argentina, stemming from provocative pre-match comments and on-field tension.
As Raphinha exited toward the locker room, he was intentionally bumped by Emiliano Martínez, prompting an altercation with Leandro Paredes. Raphinha tried to confront them but was held back by Endrick and escorted away by Joelinton. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni played down the clash, forgiving Raphinha and attributing the comments to motivational intent.
Allen Obando → Inter Miami (loan from Barcelona SC)
26 March 2025
Inter Miami have signed Ecuadorian forward Allen Obando on loan until the end of the 2025 season with an option to buy in December.
Miami traded $150K in GAM to Vancouver for discovery rights. Obando, 18, joins pending ITC and visa, after recording 4 goals and 3 assists for Barcelona SC. He debuted for Ecuador’s senior national team in March 2024 and has 2 caps.
Sandro Tonali (Newcastle), Alexander Isak (Newcastle)
Summer 2025
Barcelona are preparing a double transfer move for Sandro Tonali and Alexander Isak, according to Mundo Deportivo.
The Catalan club, despite ongoing financial challenges, may enter the market if they can offload several players. Tonali, 24, is valued around €60m, while Isak, 25, could cost €150m+. Barcelona view both players as long-term reinforcements as they plan a major squad reshaping.
Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona), Rafael van der Vaart (Netherlands)
24 March 2025
Lamine Yamal clapped back at criticism from Rafael van der Vaart after scoring in Spain’s dramatic 3-3 (4-3 on penalties) win over Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals. Despite missing a penalty in the shootout, Yamal helped his team advance and responded playfully on Instagram.
Van der Vaart had previously criticized Yamal’s on-pitch demeanor and how he wore his shorts. Yamal posted a cheeky response post-game, including Van der Vaart’s face and a photo of his lowered shorts. Spain now face France in the semifinals. Pedri also defended Yamal, highlighting the 17-year-old’s composure under pressure.