8 managers out of work who could return whenever this season ends
The football dole queue is packed with names – but these bosses might get another crack when football returns.
Barcelona fear Messi could walk away for free after row with Abidal
Barcelona are beginning to fear for Lionel Messi’s future after the club captain publicly hit back at sporting director Eric Abidal.
No need to compare Setien to Valverde – Busquets
Sergio Busquets has refused to be drawn on comparisons between former coach Ernesto Valverde and his replacement Quique Setien after Barcelona’s 1-0 victory over Granada.
Barcelona appoint Quique Setien after sacking Ernesto Valverde
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde has been sacked and replaced by Quique Setien despite the club being top of the LaLiga table.
Valverde: De Jong’s red card ‘did us damage’ in derby draw
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde blamed Frenkie De Jong’s red card for dropping two points in the derby draw with Espanyol.
Valverde hails Messi after Barcelona’s victory at Atletico
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde has talked up the importance of having Lionel Messi in his side after the forward netted the winner in the 1-0 victory at Atletico Madrid.
Valverde hails incredible Messi after starring role in win over Dortmund
Head coach Ernesto Valverde has hailed Lionel Messi as incredible after the Argentinian marked his 700th appearance for Barcelona with his 613th goal for the club.
Valverde calls on Barcelona to rise above expectation
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde wants his side to rise above the constant wave of expectations as they aim to beat Borussia Dortmund and reach the Champions League knockout stages.
Valverde hails Lionel Messi after record-equalling hat-trick
Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde praised the perfect display of Lionel Messi after his treble, including two superb free-kicks, helped beat Celta Vigo 4-1 and put the team back top of La Liga.
Barcelona prepare to cut ties with Ernesto Valverde
Barcelona’s worst start to a season in 25 years has Ernesto Valverde feeling the pressure, and reports from Spain suggest his time is basically up at Camp Nou.