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Reus is smarter than that. Dortmund will give him a new contract. He will play centrally with Gotze leaving. He was Kagawa's replacement. Dortmund will buy another attacking ace or three to add depth. They'll find top talents.

The Spanish papers are probably going to pick up on the latest English tabloid gossip tomorrow regarding Cesc. They are saying Cesc will ask for a move back to Arsenal if Barca decide to use the cash as part of the "squad rejuvenation" this summer. Don't be surprised to see it in Spanish...

Good press conference from Tito today. No specifics on transfers. Mundo Deportivo is speculating 5 to 6 signings as some have noted here (GK, CB, 2 CM, 2 F). I disagree with their position. There is no way Barcelona signs that many first team players. The first team is already considered...

It would take at least 45m. Not going to happen.

He doesn't give a specific number. He just says there will be reinforcements, and that certain areas of the team need to be improved. Of course, any supposed number would depend on sales anyway (which haven't yet occured of course). The first team is overbooked, and we are guaranteed to see...

Finally, an answer to Pepe!!!!

I'd only pay 30m for prime Oliver Kahn and Pete Schmeichel.

Edinson Cavani. Screw Neymar.

That's the most ridiculous story I've seen. 30 million for a keeper is laughable- especially for one with NO high level experience to speak of club wise or internationally.

I want to really like Sanchez, but he played himself out of helping his team tonight by stupidly managing his body against Mallorca. As the Spanish press like to say...a la calle!

19 was the base fee. Incentives raise it to 25. I'd rather be first choice at Song's age. It doesn't make much sense from his perspective. I think he's a quality player, but it was a confusing transfer just given his status. The club needed a center back more with that money, and could have...

Song= Busquets' 25 million euro water boy Great business that /rolleyes. I've no idea why Song accepted, as he doesn't appear to have been hoodwinked, but it is no less baffling to mere mortals such as myself. Arsenal Football Club must really suck. That's all I can come up with. :busquets:

If the 1 CB is Vincent Kompany, it is enough. It all depends on Puyol's ability to bounce back and be a regular player. If the club isn't confident, two players are needed. I believe Bartra is ready to step forward as the extra man, and do not think another transfer is necessary in this case...

Messi has never enjoyed a good match against talented, deep defending/counter-based tactics. Tello should start and play his wide left role. Messi should be in a center/right role. Alves should take his opportunity to cut inside as Messi moves wide, and look to unleash is patented long...

I have no problems at all with Song so far. He is meeting my expectations. He is a very tidy footballer. He has instantly adapted to the Spanish game, and has shown great intelligence in the way he tackles. Very clean. I still believe Barca is one CB away from having a complete roster at...

For January... O Mito Dedé This is the kind of player who will sign for a good price now, but as soon as he moves to Europe his value will be 30 million+.

I'll be really interested to see how he fits in the puzzle. I don't think he would have made the move if he was going to be only bit part. He is more skilled on the ball than Keita and more versatile overall. If he can play CM/DM and CB equally well, this is a very useful signing indeed...

I'd take Dejan Lovren (Lyon) or Dede (Vasco da Gama). Lovren can play any position in defense and is just gifted all-around. Fits the profile perfectly. Dede would add incredible physical capacity. Barca has been linked with Lovren, but not with Dede. Dede has been tabbed as Thiago Silva's...

Had I known World Cup Villa was going to show up, I would have been much calmer. Puyol missing the start was huge and nearly cost us early.

I had doubts before the match and even picked United 2-1 in the lead up to the match. Barca didn't do anything to assuage my doubts in the first 5-10 minutes. That was some of the worst football I've seen from the team all year. United pressed relentlessly and deserve credit for many of...