Barcelona once again best in the IFFHS Club rankings

The International Federation of football history and statistics (IFFHS) today released an updated rating of 3 July the strongest clubs in the world. 

Still the leader is the Catalan Barcelona, Real Madrid ranks third. 

An updated ranking of the strongest clubs in the world: 

1 (1). Barcelona (Spain)-356 points 

2 (2). Universidad de Chile (Chile)-335 

3 (3). Real Madrid (Spain)-295 

4 (4). Atlético (Spain)-292 

5 (5). Bayern Munich (Germany)-290 

6 (10). Boca Juniors (Argentina)-268 

7 (6). Chelsea (England)-266 

8 (8). "Libertad" (Paraguay)-241 

9 (7). "Velez Sarsfield (Argentina)-237 

10 (9). Athletic (Spain)-236.

Mario Mandzukic drew the attention of FC Barcelona

Croatian striker Mario Mandzukic, on account of which 3 goals in two matches of Euro-2012 launch, drew the attention of Barcelona, according to Marca.

One of the representatives of the Catalan club was 26-year-old striker Wolfsburg in a recent match against Italy (1: 1), becoming a witness to how the equaliser in that game. 

According to the source, the interest in Mandzukic exhibit and Bayern Munich. 

Earlier it was reported that Lokomotiv striker is willing to pay for 14 million Euros.

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Adriano Galliani: “I cannot guarantee, that all players will remain in the Milan next year”

Vice-President of Milan Adriano Galliani, commented on the possible sale of Defender Thiago Silva.

“Thiago Silva is priceless. It just stays in Milan for next season. However, I cannot guarantee that all players will remain in the team ...”, - quoted Galliani Sport.es citing COMRadio. 

Let's add that today, together with the representatives of the foundation of Milan, Adriano Galliani has arrived in Barcelona.

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Cristiano Ronaldo: “The following season, Real Madrid can win all six titles”

Real Madrid striker Cristiano Ronaldo the perspectives team next season, as well as on preparations for Euro-2012. 

“We have an excellent team. All the key players remain, certainly will be newcomers. We have a wonderful season and win all the titles. Win six titles is quite feasible. 

As far as Portugal is concerned, we all sdealem our best to go as far as you can. Of course, make an ideal team for such a short time is very difficult, but we are going to work”, - quoted Ronaldo AS.

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Francesc Fabregas: “Passed medical examination - everything is fine”

Francesc Fabregas, who currently
plays for FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team, has stated that medical examination did not find it. As we have previously reported that Fabregas will aggravate the injury to the back of the thigh. 

“Medical examination passed successfully, very happy with the outcome. Thank you all for the support”, - wrote the Fabregas in his Tweeter.

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The main purpose of Catalans remain AC Milan Defender Thiago Silva

As already reported, the Barcelona is going to buy two defenders during the summer transfer window. 

The main purpose of Catalans remain AC Milan Defender Thiago Silva, according to El Mundo Deportivo.

“That would be amazing, a really great shuttle service. I would really like to play with it in the same club. By Thiago has everything to play for "Badger". Sure, he quickly mastered our style of play. But Thiago is not only strong, but also a great footballer”, - said Barcelona defender Adriano Correia.

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Puyol will miss Euro-2012

AS already reported, the Barcelona defender Carles Puyol had surgery on the knee beyond question. 

“The current injury more serious than last year. Now the main objective is the complete restoration of the player, so he will miss the Spanish Cup final and UEFA EURO 2012”, - quoted Dr. Richard Pruna AS.

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Luis Figo: “Ronaldo is a player that does not cease to amaze”

Former player of FC Barcelona and Real Madrid Luis Figo shared impressions of the game player Royal Club Cristiano Ronaldo. 

“Ronaldo is a player who does not cease to surprise. He conducts each year at a high level, demonstrating his superb inborn quality. Moreover, constantly improving his skills. 

You never know when it will stop: he puts records that seem unreal. Of course, it greatly helps a fantastic team, in which he plays”, - quoted Figo AS.

Thiago Alcantara: “Vilanova knows and understands clearly what she wants to achieve”

Barcelona midfielder Thiago Alcántara expressed confidence that after Josep Guardiola as a coach in the Catalan club's fundamental changes will not happen. 

“I think next season we will have almost the same as it was in past years. Don't expect anything essentially new. The only thing that we have lost a man who was is very important to us. 

The absence of Guardiola in the locker room will be very noticeable. Tito always worked shoulder to shoulder with him, he knows and understands what she wants to achieve”, - quoted the player official website of Barcelona.

Liverpool and Schalke want to acquire Bojan

Barcelona striker Bojan Krkic, he leased for Roma, received an invitation to go to Schalke and Liverpool.

Krkic agent yesterday met with sports director Walter Sabatini, Italian Club to discuss the player's future. Roma was inclined to leave a player on another year, but the final decision on the matter has not yet been taken. This was reported AS.

Cristiano Ronaldo: “This season we were better than Barca”

Real Madrid striker Cristiano Ronaldo after the match wrapped round 20 examples with Athletic (3: 0) shared his impressions of the victory in the Championship of Spain. 

“I am incredibly happy! This is my first Championship in Spain. Very great event. All of us great joy. We went to our goal of 10 months. And all this time has passed in the constant struggle. Win the League even harder when you have to fight against a team like Barcelona. But doubly pleased when you find yourself above it. We were better than Barca this season. The Championship is the most important thing for me. I got home, there are already two Golden Boot Award. Of course, it would be nice to win another prize, but after this victory, I don't mind if I don't get it”, - quoted Ronaldo's official Web site of the Club.

Keita is close to Milan switch

Milan resumed talks on moving Barcelona midfielder Seydou Keita, is reported AS. Footbal with the Catalan club until 2014, but Malian may leave the team this summer. Keita does not hide that wants to finish career in Milan. 

In the transaction can participate a Brazilian defender of Italian Club Thiago Silva. This will help reduce the amount of transfer in the event, Keita.

Barcelona (APR): Final: Nadal beat Ferrer

In the final of the tournament in Barcelona held another Spanish Derby – Rafael Nadal played with David Ferrer. In the final, once again confirmed the view that the Spaniards do not know how to beat Nadal. And Rafael became a sevenfold winner of this tournament.

Barcelona will visit Thailand

Spanish Barcelona has signed a sponsorship contract with a term of three years with the company from Thailand, "Thai Beverage." The transaction amount will be $ 15 million. 

Under contract to Barcelona will go on tour in Thailand, until the year. 

"We are very pleased that Thailand was the first Asian country that supports us. This is a great opportunity for us to join the ranks of their fans in Thailand. Now we have more fans in Asia than in Europe. Therefore, in the next 10-20 years we will focus on this region, quoted Vice President Club Javier Fausa The Nation.

Josep Guardiola: “Care of the Barcelona - not an easy decision, but for four years, I'm tired”

Head Coach Barcelona Josep Guardiola has explained why the decided to leavehis post at the end of the season. 

“I want you to understand: for me it's not an easy decision. I've always wanted to enter into short contracts because the expectations of the Barcelona is very high.Always thought that four years - an eternity for a coach. In early December, I informed the president that my time in the Barcelona is coming to an end. Of course, we will publicly announce that they could not. Now wehave stopped the fight in two major tournaments, so it's a good time to make a statement. 

The reason for my leaving is simple. For four years I was tired. The new coach is able to give the team what is not, I can give”- said Guardiola during a press conference today.