FC Barcelona News: 18 April 2026

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FC Barcelona is in the spotlight as Ferran Torres matches his best goalscoring record with 19 goals this season. LaLiga president Javier Tebas praises the club's financial management, while potential signings include Alexander Sorloth and Rafa Leao.

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Ferran Torres equals his best goalscoring record with 19 goals.
Javier Tebas praises Barcelona's financial management.
Barcelona is considering Alexander Sorloth and Rafa Leao for signings.

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Madrid, Spain - April 14: Alexander Soerloth of Atletico Madrid controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg match between Club Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 14, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Manu Reino/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images) | DeFodi Images via Getty Images Ferran Torres matches best goalscoring record – FC BarcelonaHe keeps on doing the business in front of goal for Barça. Ferran Torres has now equalled his record from last season, scoring 19 goals from 44 games so far this season. Tebas: “The 1:1 rule? Barça is on the right track” – Mundo DeportivoThe president of LaLiga sees Barça as having good financial management, which will allow them to meet the league’s ‘fair play’ requirements and thus register signings for next season. Sorloth, the latest ‘9’ linked to Barça – Mundo DeportivoThe 30-year-old Norwegian striker from Atlético Madrid is out of contract in 2028 and has a release clause of 35 million euros. Rafa Leao ‘reopens’ the door to Barça – Mundo DeportivoThe striker, who is reportedly close to leaving the Italian club this summer despite having a contract until 2028, has once again hinted at a move to Barcelona. Barcelona would free up a significant amount of salary cap space if both attackers end up leaving. Barcelona have already defined the type of striker they are looking for if they fail to sign and have been closely following the Mallorca striker for weeks, although there have been no formal contacts with his representatives yet.

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How many goals has Ferran Torres scored this season for FC Barcelona?

Ferran Torres has scored 19 goals from 44 games so far this season.

What did LaLiga president Javier Tebas say about FC Barcelona's financial management?

Javier Tebas stated that FC Barcelona is on the right track with their financial management, allowing them to meet fair play requirements.

Who are the potential striker signings linked to FC Barcelona?

FC Barcelona is linked to Alexander Sorloth and Rafa Leao as potential striker signings.

FC Barcelona News: 18 April 2026

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