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.

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 28: Rio Ferdinand looks on during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on November 28, 2025 in Lusail City, Qatar.
‘If we want to go far in the tournament‘ — Rio Ferdinand backs Barcelona loanee to start at World Cup
There is no doubt that Marcus Rashford has seen his performances on the pitch improve since joining FC Barcelona on loan from...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 02: A general view of play during the UEFA Women's Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-finals Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Nou Camp on April 02, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Camp Nou completion plan details stands, capacity and roof timeline
Joan Laporta was re-elected as the president of FC Barcelona, and with his return to the top office, he can once again...
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 handed boost in pursuit of Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni
The center-back is one of the positions that FC Barcelona are looking to strengthen with the highest priority in the upcoming summer...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 31: Joan Garcia of Spain high fives Ferran Torres as he comes on as a substitute for teammate David Raya during an international friendly match between Spain and Egypt at RCDE Stadium on March 31, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Joan Garcia reacts to RCDE Stadium’s reaction during Spain debut
The FC Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia reached a major career milestone on Tuesday night as he made his debut with the Spanish...
MAINZ, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 27: Nico Schlotterbeck of Borussia Dortmund reacts during the Bundesliga match between 1. FSV Mainz 05 and Borussia Dortmund at MEWA Arena on September 27, 2025 in Mainz, Germany.
Nico Schlotterbeck reacts to rumors of Dortmund contract renewal amid links to Madrid and Barcelona
In the last few months, FC Barcelona have been linked with several defenders as they look to reinforce the center-back position in...
March 15, 2026, Barcelona, Barcelona, SPAIN: Joao Cancelo of FC Barcelona celebrates a goal during the Spanish league, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Spotify Camp Nou stadium on March 14, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘It’s for love‘ — Barcelona loanee says he would accept pay cut to play for Benfica again
FC Barcelona strengthened their defense during the last winter transfer window by bringing in the fullback Joao Cancelo on loan from the...
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - JANUARY 21: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between SK Slavia Praha and FC Barcelona at Eden Arena on January 21, 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic.
Barcelona hit by fatigue and two major blows in March international break – Report
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SANTANDER, SPAIN - JANUARY 15: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Jules Kounde during the Copa del Rey Round of 16 match between Racing de Santander and FC Barcelona at El Sardinero on January 15, 2026 in Santander, Spain.
Barcelona on alert as top clubs track €65 million-rated defender – Report
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SOLNA, SWEDEN - MARCH 31: Robert Lewandowski of Poland looks dejected following the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs match between Sweden and Poland at Strawberry Arena on March 31, 2026 in Solna, Sweden.
‘I still don’t know‘ — Barcelona forward undecided on international future after World Cup blow
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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.
‘He has a lot of character‘ — Eric Garcia on Barcelona teammate who commands the locker room
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Referee Tobias Reichel in discussion with Fisnik Asllani TSG 1899 Hoffenheim (11) Gesture Gesture Football Bundesliga, PreZero Arena, Sinsheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Agent reveals Barcelona has requested information about €30m Bundesliga forward
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona takes part in an exercise during a training session ahead of the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 against Newcastle United at St James' Park on September 17, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Report reveals why Marcus Rashford’s Barcelona stay is in limbo
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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.
The potential domino effect if Alessandro Bastoni joins FC Barcelona – Report
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VALENCIA, SPAIN - MARCH 23: Head Coach of Spain, Luis de la Fuente looks on during the UEFA Nations League Quarterfinal Leg Two match between Spain and Netherlands at Estadio Mestalla on March 23, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
Luis de la Fuente explains 25-year-old Barcelona star’s absence and says he’s still in Spain’s plans
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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 24: Marc Cucurella of Chelsea speaks to the media during a Chelsea Press Conference at Stamford Bridge on November 24, 2025 in London, England ahead of Chelsea vs FC Barcelona.
‘It would be difficult to refuse‘ — €50m Chelsea star admits Barcelona offer would be tempting
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Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona rule out move for €27m Manchester City star next summer – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 15: Fans of FC Barcelona show their support during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Sevilla FC at Spotify Camp Nou on March 15, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Drone footage shows Camp Nou third-tier stands nearly complete
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Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona map out multi-position transfer strategy ahead of summer window – Report
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Barcelona defenders Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde celebrating after winning Copa Del Rey.
Barcelona handed double injury boost ahead of crucial Atletico Madrid game
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MARCH 10: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal from the penalty spot during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg match between Newcastle United FC and FC Barcelona at St James' Park on March 10, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
RFEF promise cautious approach with Lamine Yamal amid Barcelona worries
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