Ernesto Valverde

Valverde: Barcelona are counting on Neymar

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde said the La Liga giants are counting on Neymar, as speculation grows over his future.

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde insists Brazilian star Neymar is happy, amid growing links with French giants Paris Saint-Germain.

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde says he has no plans to sell midfield duo Ivan Rakitic or Andre Gomes.

Ernesto Valverde’s reputation is encouraging to Lionel Messi, with the start of Barcelona’s pre-season campaign only a week away.

Barcelona have appointed former Athletic Bilbao manager Ernesto Valverde as their new head coach on a two-year contract.