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.

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 09: Marcos Senesi of AFC Bournemouth during the pre-season friendly match between Bournemouth and Real Sociedad at Vitality Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Bournemouth, England.
Marcos Senesi keen on Barcelona switch despite other offers – Report
The centre back position is one of the key areas FC Barcelona plan to strengthen in the upcoming summer transfer window as...
VIGO, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 09: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RC Celta de Vigo and FC Barcelona at Estadio Abanca-Balaidos on November 09, 2025 in Vigo, Spain.
Barcelona forward willing to take pay cut to remain at Barcelona – Report
The striker Robert Lewandowski is already in the last year of his contract at FC Barcelona, and the fact that he is...
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, gives instructions during the Spanish Super Cup Final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Hansi Flick subtly alludes to past Luis Enrique remarks while discussing Ronald Araujo’s mental health issues
Hansi Flick undertook his customary press conference ahead of the Copa del Rey semi-final against Atletico Madrid yesterday, and one of the...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - December 20: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, speaks to the media during a press conference ahead of the La Liga match against Villarreal CF at Estadio de la Cerámica on December 20, 2025 in in Barcelona, Spain.
Every word Hansi Flick said in his Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona press conference including Raphinha update
FC Barcelona are set to face Atletico Madrid tonight in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final, and there is...
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - JANUARY 04: Jean-Philippe Mateta of Crystal Palace looks on prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Crystal Palace at St James' Park on January 04, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
28-year-old Crystal Palace forward attracts interest from Barcelona – Report
FC Barcelona are expected to oversee a significant change in their attack in the upcoming summer transfer window, as Robert Lewandowski is...
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.
27-year-old Barcelona star showing signs of fatigue after accumulating heavy minutes
As the season enters a decisive phase, workload management has become one of the key challenges for Barcelona boss Hansi Flick. Players...
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.
No discounts for Barcelona as Rashford fee set – Report
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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 07: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Spanish Super Cup Semi-Final match between Barcelona and Athletic Club at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 07, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
25-year-old Barcelona star ready to bite again against Atletico Madrid at Metropolitano
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona looks on 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.
Barcelona forward receives first formal offer from MLS club – Report
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Barcelona Presidential candidate Victor Font.
Barcelona elections: Pre-candidate Victor Font promises to present Hansi Flick a project that will ‘blow him away’
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Injured Barcelona midfielders Gavi and Pedri pose together on the pitch after training as they continue their recoveries.
Barcelona midfield star takes another step forward in injury recovery
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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Spanish Super Cup Final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
29-year-old Barcelona star admits he is a doubt for Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid
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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.
Hansi Flick’s confidence in 22-year-old Barcelona player proven real by increased minutes after bench spell – Report
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Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Official: Presidential elections kick off at FC Barcelona
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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.
Barcelona defender continues to build strong case for Spain recall ahead of 2026 World Cup – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 07: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Alejandro Balde during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Mallorca at Spotify Camp Nou on February 07, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘They were superior‘ — Mallorca manager explains why his side fell short against Barcelona
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 07: Marc Bernal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Mallorca at Spotify Camp Nou on February 07, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘I thought a lot about last year‘ — Marc Bernal shares emotions after scoring first-ever senior goal for Barcelona
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Barcelona midfielder Tommy Marques with Hansi Flick after making his first team debut.
‘It’s a dream come true‘ — Tommy Marques speaks out following Barcelona first-team debut
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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.
‘I’m not happy with the first half’ — Hansi Flick delivers honest verdict after Barcelona beat Mallorca 3-0
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Official 2025/26 Barcelona squad photo.
Barcelona teammates react to Ter Stegen’s heartfelt injury update
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