Ahmad Sarmad Ansari

Ahmad Sarmad Ansari has been covering Spanish football as a writer for Sempre Barca since 2022 and has been an avid football fanatic since 2010. He mainly covers on and off-field happenings taking place at Barcelona including transfer news, administrative changes, match reports, and any other eventful news coming out of the club.

WARSAW, POLAND - OCTOBER 11: (L-R) President of Polish Football Association Zbigniew Boniek and Robert Lewandowski of Poland celebrate after the UEFA EURO 2016 qualifying match between Poland and Republic of Ireland at National Stadium on October 11, 2015 in Warsaw, Poland.
Juventus tipped as ideal destination for Barcelona forward by Polish great Zbigniew Boniek
Robert Lewandowski is entering the final stretch of his current contract with FC Barcelona, and uncertainty continues to surround his future beyond...
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 04, 2026 in Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona hit 19 comebacks under Flick with latest Atletico victory
FC Barcelona once again showed their resilience as they came from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid in their first La Liga outing...
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 04, 2026 in Madrid, Spain.
‘It’s not easy to play here’ — Hansi Flick reacts as Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 2-1
FC Barcelona took a giant step towards a successful defense of their La Liga title last night as they beat Atletico Madrid...
Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Espanyol lawyer files fresh complaint against Barcelona with RFEF over Negreira case
FC Barcelona continues to face challenges that threaten the club on both sporting and institutional levels, and the ongoing Negreira case remains...
MILAN, ITALY - MAY 06: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale celebrates after teammate Francesco Acerbi scores his team's third goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Barcelona at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy.
First Barcelona offer for Alessandro Bastoni falls short – Report
In the last few days, links associating the Italian defender Alessandro Bastoni to FC Barcelona have strengthened significantly, and it is looking...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 02: Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou on December 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Report reveals the Atletico Madrid stance as Barcelona explores swap option
The center-forward position is one of the areas of the team that FC Barcelona are looking to strengthen with the highest priority...
CAGLIARI, ITALY - MARCH 20: Marco Palestra of Cagliari in contrast during the Serie A match between Cagliari Calcio and SSC Napoli at Stadio Sant'Elia on March 20, 2026 in Cagliari, Italy.
Barcelona scout attends Cagliari vs Napoli to watch 21-year-old Italian full-back – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 09: Jules Kounde of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD6 match between FC Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt at Camp Nou on December 09, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona announce squad for Atletico Madrid clash
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 17: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta gives a press conference in response to recent allegations over payments made to referees by the club, at Spotify Camp Nou on April 17, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. UEFA and Spanish authorities are investigating Barcelona over the payment of millions of euros to the company of Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, the former vice-president of Spanish football's refereeing committee. If found guilty, UEFA's investigation could lead to a Champions League ban for the club.
Joan Laporta says renewal talks will wait as Flick prefers to focus on season
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media at Spotify Camp Nou in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona to make only one or two signings if required, says Laporta
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 17: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta gives a press conference in response to recent allegations over payments made to referees by the club, at Spotify Camp Nou on April 17, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. UEFA and Spanish authorities are investigating Barcelona over the payment of millions of euros to the company of Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, the former vice-president of Spanish football's refereeing committee. If found guilty, UEFA's investigation could lead to a Champions League ban for the club.
Barcelona affected by international break; Laporta urges FIFA scheduling changes
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MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 16: Diego Simeone, Head Coach of Atletico de Madrid, looks on prior to the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
‘Because they are extraordinary‘ — Diego Simeone responds when asked about Barcelona’s biggest threat ahead of Atletico clash
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April 3, 2026, Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, SPAIN: Hansi Flick, head coach of FC Barcelona, attends his press conference during the training day of FC Barcelona ahead the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match against Atletico de Madrid at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on April 03, 2026 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick talks Raphinha, Yamal, Frenkie, Rashford, Lewandowski ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona
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MILAN, ITALY - MARCH 20: Alessandro Bastoni of Italy during the UEFA Nations League quarterfinal leg one match between Italy and Germany at Stadio San Siro on March 20, 2025 in Milan, Italy.
Barcelona could become safe haven for struggling Bastoni – Report
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MILAN, ITALY - MAY 06: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale celebrates after teammate Francesco Acerbi scores his team's third goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Barcelona at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy.
Barcelona could benefit as Alessandro Bastoni’s situation begins to resemble Luis Suarez’s saga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 02: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, applauds his team during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Elche CF at Spotify Camp Nou on November 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Just one strike away: Unstoppable Barcelona attack nears 300 goals under Hansi Flick
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Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and FC Barcelona at Carlos Tartiere.
25-year-old Barcelona star is now fully fit and likely to start against Atletico Madrid – Report
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GUADALAJARA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 16: Andreas Christensen of FC Barcelona celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the Copa del Rey match between CD Guadalajara and FC Barcelona at Estadio Pedro Escartin on December 16, 2025 in Guadalajara, Spain.
Barcelona could welcome back 29-year-old player soon but future unclear
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 22: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona is put under pressure by Gorka Guruzeta of Athletic Club during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou on November 22, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
22-year-old Barcelona player is now considering exit after initial reluctance to leave – Report
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - OCTOBER 05: Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on October 05, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Barcelona sources deny March expiry of Rashford purchase option – Report
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