We must follow the example set by Bayern, claims Sevilla coach Michel
The former Blancos midfielder believes that the Rojiblancos, who could still nick a place in next season's Champions League, have what it takes to trouble Jose Mourinho's men




Moratti plays down Guardiola link: For the future I'm thinking only of Stramaccioni
The Blaugrana boss has confirmed that he will be standing down in the summer but the Nerazzurri supremo is expecting the former Spain international to take a one-year sabbatical




Introducing Barcelona's next coach Tito Vilanova - the man infamously poked in the eye by Jose Mourinho
As one of the most successful clubs in recent years prepare to make a managerial change, Goal.com takes a look at the man who will replace Guardiola at the end of the season




Heartbroken Messi unable to bring himself to attend press conference confirming Guardiola's departure
The Argentine has been left devastated by the news that the 41-year-old coach will be leaving Camp Nou at the end of the season and wanted to hide his grief from the press




Vilanova to replace Guardiola at Barcelona
The 42-year-old, who is a product of the club's youth side, has been the outgoing coach's right-hand man for the past five years but will now take full control of the first team




Adios to a genius: Pep Guardiola has earned his break from one of football's most demanding jobs
The Catalan coach has decided to leave Barcelona after four unforgettable years in charge, and Goal.com pays tribute to his achievements at Camp Nou




Guardiola confirms Barcelona exit at the end of the season
The Catalan coach has confirmed his decision to leave his post at the end of the current campaign after a four-year spell, citing the need to rediscover his passion for the game




Frank de Boer: I will not leave Ajax for Barcelona
The Dutchman has stressed that he is not interested in succeeding Pep Guardiola as the man in charge of the Catalan giants as it is "not the right time" for him to move




Guardiola informs Barcelona players he will leave club at end of the season
The Spanish boss looks set to announce his departure from the Catalan club to take a sabbatical from football in a press conference scheduled for this afternoon




Sergio Canales faces lengthy injury layoff
The attacking midfielder, who is on loan at Los Che from Real Madrid, has picked up yet another serious knee knock, and could be out of action for six months




Courtois: Atletico Madrid loan extension almost certain
The highly-rated Belgian goalkeeper has confirmed that he is likely to remain at the Vicente Calderon one more year, while rejecting reports linking him with Real Madrid




Valencia's Emery: Atletico Madrid were the better side and deserved to go through
The 40-year-old stated that Atletico were the better side in the two-legged tie and urged the players to lift themselves up for the remaining La Liga matches




Simeone: The fans are proud of Atletico Madrid after Europa League final berth
The Argentine coach hailed the players combative spirit after such a long season and spoke of his excitement at meeting Athletic`Bilbao in the tournament`s decider




It is very hard to lose like this, says Sporting Lisbon's Sa Pinto
The 39-year-old was visibly disappointed that his side were not able to reach the final and stated that he was proud of what the team accomplished in the competition




Villas-Boas reportedly offers his services to Barcelona
The Portuguese coach is allegedly eager to jump at the chance to take the reins of the Catalan team and told his representatives to let the Blaugrana know he is available




Raul: Mourinho has been doing a great job at Madrid
The experienced attacker has hailed the coach's influence since arriving at the club and reminded how the team has registered significant improvements under the trainer




Barcelona set sights on Bielsa as exhausted Guardiola looks set to announce departure
The 41-year-old, who has led the club to 13 titles since taking charge, is seemingly going to leave in the summer and the Catalans will look to replace him with a man he idolises




Messi has changed a lot as he now argues with team-mates and referees, claims former Barcelona boss Antic
The 63-year-old, who had a short stint at Camp Nou in 2003, believes that the Blaugrana's talisman has become increasingly surly in recent months




Xavi ruled out for two weeks with calf injury
The veteran midfielder has torn the soleus muscle in his left leg, meaning he will sit out the Blaugrana's next three Liga outings, against Rayo Vallecano, Malaga and Espanyol




Guardiola's decision on his Barcelona future will not have been affected by recent results, insists Lillo
The Blaugrana saw their Liga hopes crushed by Real Madrid on Saturday and were then dumped out of Europe by Chelsea, casting further doubt on their coach's future




Anzhi prepare outrageous offer for Dani Alves - report
The Brazilian has a contract with the Blaugrana until 2015 but is now said to have put the Russian club on alert by admitting that he would consider moving on in the summer




Ancelotti: Barcelona are not finished and will come back stronger than ever
The Italian brushed off suggestions that the Blaugrana's cycle has peaked, claiming that while Messi, Xavi and Iniesta remain at Camp Nou, they will always be the team to beat




Jose Mourinho is staying put, claims Real Madrid doctor Luis Serratosa
The Spanish capital side's medic suggested that the coach has vowed to remain at the Santiago Bernabeu while saying that the 49-year-old has brought stability to the club




Benfica reportedly on verge of landing Jese Rodriguez
The Portuguese giants are very close to completing the signing of the Spanish youngster, who has had few chances to shine at the Santiago Bernabeu




Relegation would not be catastrophic for Villarreal, says Roig
The Spanish club's supremo believes that playing in the second tier would not be the end of the world, but insisted he wants to avoid such a scenario