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.

April 24, 2026, Sevilla, Sevilla, SPAIN: Abde Ezzalzouli of Real Betis warms up during the Spanish league, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Real Betis and Real Madrid at La Cartuja stadium on April 24, 2026, in Sevilla, Spain.
Barcelona sound out ex-winger shining in La Liga as summer planning begins
FC Barcelona are seemingly looking to significantly strengthen their team going into the next summer transfer window, and, although not a top...
Bernardo Silva of Manchester City.
Bernardo Silva sets a deadline to decide his future as he continues to be linked with Barcelona
FC Barcelona have been linked with several high-profile names in the last few weeks as they look to strengthen their team in...
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.
Hansi Flick set to hold individual meetings with several Barcelona players to determine their futures
As the 2025-26 season approaches its official end, the focus of big clubs, like FC Barcelona, is increasingly shifting to the upcoming...
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MARCH 10: Ronald Araujo of FC Barcelona takes a throw in 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.
Barcelona captain has already hinted at a possible departure this summer – Report
There are several players in this FC Barcelona squad whose futures are subject to quite a lot of uncertainty this summer. This...
VALENCIA, SPAIN - AUGUST 23: Andreas Christensen of FC Barcelona in action during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Levante UD and FC Barcelona at Ciutat de Valencia on August 23, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
Veteran defender now more likely to renew his contract with Barcelona – Report
Along with Robert Lewandowski, Andreas Christensen is one of the FC Barcelona players whose contract with the club is going to end...
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 04: Lamine Yamal 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.
Spanish PM backs Lamine Yamal after Israeli minister’s criticism of Barcelona forward
One of the most striking images from the La Liga triumph celebration parade of the FC Barcelona team was the waving of...
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.
Barcelona facing an impossible task competing with PSG for Julian Alvarez
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 04: Joao Pedro of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge on May 04, 2026 in London, England.
Chelsea not looking to facilitate a move despite Joao Pedro’s preference for Barcelona
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Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
UEFA imposes €22,500 fine on Barcelona over Atletico clash disciplinary breaches
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BILBAO, SPAIN - MARCH 07: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on March 07, 2026 in Bilbao, Spain.
Lamine Yamal Palestinian flag celebration draws political reaction from Israel official
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May 13, 2026, Vitoria, Alava, SPAIN: Alvaro Cortes Moyano of FC Barcelona in action during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona at Mendizorrotza on May 13, 2026, in Vitoria, Spain.
Barcelona handed encouraging signs by Alvaro Cortes’ debut stats
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 10: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, applauds during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Spotify Camp Nou on May 10, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona see two major records end after 0-1 defeat to Alaves
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Barcelona Atlètic centre-back Álvaro Cortés in action.
‘The best day of my life‘ — Alvaro Cortes ecstatic after making his debut with Barcelona first team
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VIGO, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 09: Dani Olmo of FC Barcelona looks on during the La Liga EA Sports match between RC Celta de Vigo and FC Barcelona at Estadio Abanca-Balaidos on November 09, 2025 in Vigo, Spain.
‘We’re not happy with this match‘ — Dani Olmo disappointed as Barcelona lose to Alaves
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 10: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, applauds during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Spotify Camp Nou on May 10, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘It wasn’t easy’ — Hansi Flick reacts after 1-0 defeat against Alaves
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VALENCIA, SPAIN - AUGUST 23: Andreas Christensen of FC Barcelona in action during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Levante UD and FC Barcelona at Ciutat de Valencia on August 23, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
Official: Barcelona announce squad for Alaves clash
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Deco, the Sporting Director of FC Barcelona.
Deco sets clear transfer strategy for Barcelona summer window
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ELCHE, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 23: Hector Fort of Elche CF passes the ball whilst under pressure from Alvaro Carreras of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Elche CF and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero on November 23, 2025 in Elche, Spain.
19-year-old Barcelona loanee impresses again in Elche defeat at La Cartuja
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 18: Xavi Espart and Juan Hernandez of FC Barcelona talk from the bench prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Spotify Camp Nou on October 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona offer two La Masia talents to Real Oviedo in development loan plan
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 03: Joan Garcia of FC Barcelona pauses for a drink during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and FC Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on January 03, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona face Joan Garcia dilemma with Zamora trophy in sight
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