Barcelona are beginning to fear for Lionel Messi’s future after the club captain publicly hit back at sporting director Eric Abidal.
An apologetic Ernesto Valverde offered no excuses after Barcelona’s stunning Champions League semi-final loss to Liverpool on Tuesday, and admitted that he is unsure over his future with the club.
Luis Suarez admits he owes a debt of gratitude to Liverpool for helping him become the player he is, and believes a warm welcome awaits at Anfield for the service he has put in for the club.
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde refused to excuse his side’s dependence on Lionel Messi after the Argentina international came off the bench to spark a dramatic late comeback against Villarreal.
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde admitted the brilliance of Lionel Messi transcends club rivalries after the Argentina superstar received a standing ovation from Real Betis fans.
Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde has said Lionel Messi was ‘incredible’ as the Blaugrana booked a Champions League quarter-final berth by beating Lyon 5-1.
Luis Suarez scored twice as Barcelona maintained their stranglehold on the Copa del Rey with a 3-0 win over Real Madrid in the second leg of their semi-final.
Ernesto Valverde insists he is not worried about Luis Suarez’s goal drought after the striker once again struggled in Barcelona’s 0-0 Champions League draw at Lyon.
Barcelona slumped to a fourth draw in five matches across all competitions as they were held to a 0-0 stalemate away to Lyon in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clash.
Ernesto Valverde has agreed a new contract as Barcelona coach until the end of next season, with the option for a further year, the club have confirmed. (more…)