John Menzies

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Writer at Football Espana

Writer for @footballespana_

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Articles

Confirmed: La Liga secure fifth Champions League place

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

La Liga had an excellent night in Europe on Thursday as Athletic Club and Betis picked up positive results, and it has now got even better with confirmation that Spain will now have five clubs playing in next season’s Champions League. The new format for European football’s premier competition has meant that top two leagues in the co-efficient are granted with an extra place in the Champions League.
Besiktas president revealed failed attempt to sign Barcelona star

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | John Menzies

Adalı also confirmed reports that Besiktas were interested in signing Alexander Sorloth , but Atletico Madrid did not allow the Norwegian striker to leave because they would not have been able to sign a replacement before the winter transfer window came to a close. “Signing Sorloth seemed practically impossible. They do not have a clear alternative in their team. Do you think I didn’t talk to him? I did it in winter. Now there are no contacts.
Besiktas president revealed failed attempt to sign Barcelona star

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Barcelona did not do any business during the 2025 winter transfer window, but that may not have been the case had certain circumstances not played out the way that they did. They had been keen to sign Marcus Rashford on loan, but because Ansu Fati did not leave, a deal with Manchester United was deemed to be impossible. It was reported at the time that the Spain international did not want to leave, but these claims have now been refuted in Türkiye.
European round-up: Athletic Club and Real Betis qualify for semi-finals

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Athletic Club and Real Betis have concluded their quarter-finals ties in the Europa League and UEFA Conference League respectively, as both have been able to keep alive their hopes of achieving continental glory this season. Athletic Club 2-0 Rangers (2-0 on aggregate)Athletic Club have kept alive their hopes of playing the Europa League final at home after seeing off Rangers in the second leg of their quarter-final tie.
Real Madrid star hints at summer departure after Champions League exit

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Real Madrid are out of the Champions League, and for one player, it could be his last match for the club in the competition. Carlo Ancelotti’s side convincingly defeated by Arsenal in their quarter-final tie, with a 2-1 second leg defeat on Wednesday ultimately meaning that they lost 5-1 on aggregate. Lucas Vazquez was a surprise starter at the Santiago Bernabeu, and as per Marca, he gave his assessment of where it went wrong for Real Madrid in the second leg.
'One of the best teams in the world' - Striker responds to Atletico Madrid interest

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | John Menzies

Silva is unlikely to have much of a future at Wolves, so Atleti could find it easy to get a deal done. And given that the 22-year-old has looked very much at home in La Liga, he could be an excellent option to compete alongside Griezmann, Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth. For now, Atletico Madrid will not make any moves until they know what is happening with Correa. There is a very strong chance that the Argentine forward leaves in the summer, at which point moves would be made.
Premer League striker responds to Atletico Madrid interest

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Antoine Griezmann may be staying, but Atletico Madrid could still on the lookout for new striker this summer. Angel Correa has been strongly linked with a move away, and were he to end his 10-year association with Los Colchoneros, a replacement would be required. In recent months, Atleti have drawn up striker targets in anticipation of Griezmann and Correa’s possible exits, so they are prepared for the situation of the latter leaving the Metropolitano.
Premier League side set €80m asking price for Atletico Madrid target

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Atletico Madrid are aiming to sign a new central defender in the summer to replace the departing Axel Witsel and Cesar Azpilicueta, and right now, they are looking at the Premier League market to address their need. Witsel and Azpilicueta leaving, alongside Clement Lenglet’s expected return to Barcelona following the end of his loan spell at the Metropolitano, would mean that Atleti are in dire need of a new centre-back.
Barcelona star not keen on summer exit despite Hansi Flick decision

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Barcelona are keen to sign a new right-back this summer, with that decision being led by head coach Hansi Flick. The German is keen for competition to be given to current starter Jules Kounde, having been left unconvinced by the current level of Hector Fort, who is number two at the moment in the position.
Barcelona change signing priority plan for summer transfer window

1 week ago | football-espana.net | John Menzies

Barcelona are hoping to be busy this summer, although one of their signing priorities looks to have been discarded in the last couple of weeks. It has been a very strong season from Barcelona, especially in an attacking sense. The trio of Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha have been very prolific across all competitions, and club bosses will hope that this continues for the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign.