Regardless of the reasons for Barcelona's defensive woes, the team has done its best to address these issues in hopes of reclaiming its former glory. But has the summer really be as great as many think it has? And will the additions really make a world of difference for Blaugrana?
This summer has belonged to Colombian soccer. First the team excelled at the World Cup by finishing fifth overall and receiving rave reviews for its terrific attacking style. Then the top Colombian star at the World Cup, James Rodriguez made a record move to Real Madrid before goalie David Ospina made his move to London to play with Arsenal. But Colombians have continued to make headlines with more transfers impending.
Liverpool confirmed that star forward Luis Suarez will be moving to Spain next season after the club struck an €80-million transfer agreement with FC Barcelona.
The two best teams in the Spanish La Liga are already gearing up for next year’s campaign with reports indicating that Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are already making moves to strengthen their roster.
Lionel Messi played down reports that he considered leaving Barcelona in the past few weeks, saying that he is committed in helping Barca win more silverwares in the next several years.
FC Barcelona put an end on the talks suggesting that they are considering moving Lionel Messi this summer, announcing that they have reached a new deal with the star forward.
