FERRAN JUTGLà PAYS RESPECT TO BARCELONA IN MESSAGE BEFORE LEAGUE GAME
Former Barcelona forward Ferran Jutgla has confirmed he will NOT celebrate if he scores against his old club for Celta Vigo. The 26-year-old says he owes too much respect to the club that gave him his start.
Ferran Jutgla - COURTESY/PHOTO
In La Liga, FC Barcelona will play Celta Vigo later this weekend. It is never easy to play at Celta, and Iago Aspas has been a problem for the Catalan team lately.
Ferran Jutgla is a former Barcelona player who currently plays for Celta. He left Club Brugge to join the team this summer. He has adapted well since arriving and is probably going to start against his former team.
Jutgla emerged at Barcelona during Xavi Hernandez’s early days as manager, but he did not get much playing time. He displayed moments of goal-scoring talent and has since built a solid career.
In an interview, as quoted by SPORT, Jutgla discussed several topics, including whether he would celebrate a goal against Barcelona. Here’s what he said:
“Goals are a reason for joy, but I have a lot of respect for Barça, because it was the club that gave me my start. I’ve never faced this situation before, but I don’t think I would celebrate.”
“When you score, there’s adrenaline. But I’m very thankful to the clubs that have supported me and given me opportunities. Barça is one of them, and I wouldn’t celebrate out of respect.”
Jutgla’s comments show the kind of player he is. He has a strong desire to win against Barcelona, but he also recognises the respect he owes the club that helped him begin his career, so he doesn't want to celebrate.
The 26-year-old stated that he wants to prove himself against Barcelona and would have preferred a better opportunity there. The defence should keep a close eye on him because he is similar to Ferran Torres.
Barcelona's goal is to secure three points at Balaídos by preventing Jutgla or any Celta player from scoring.
TIM KLEINDIENST SIGNS FRESH GLADBACH CONTRACT, EXTENDING STAY UNTIL 2029
Borussia Mönchengladbach have secured the future of their key man, extending striker Tim Kleindienst's contract until 2029. The club captain and top scorer is also nearing a return from a meniscus injury.
Tim Kleindienst Agrees to Long-Term Contract Extension - COURTESY/PHOTO
Tim Kleindienst, a striker, has had his contract with Borussia Mönchengladbach extended.
After Kleindienst moved from Heidenheim in 2024 for €7 million, his first contract was scheduled to expire in 2028. The 30-year-old's new deal will remain in effect until 2029 after the one-year extension.
Regarding his contract extension, Kleindienst stated:
"I feel really at ease at Borussia. It is just a fantastic club. Additionally, this team has convinced me. I want to be a part of taking the team back to the top.
Rouven Schröder, the sporting director, added:
In his first year with us, Tim rose to prominence as a leader and member of the national team, and this season he was named team captain. His growth and performances have greatly delighted us. He sets a good example on the field, and we hope that he will be able to rejoin the squad following his injury.
One of Gladbach's most vital players, the striker has been difficult for die Fohlen to replace since suffering a meniscus injury in May. Shuto Machino is still settling in, but Haris Tabakovic has started to take over in recent weeks.
With 16 goals and nine assists in 31 Bundesliga games last season, Kleindienst led Gladbach in scoring; his contributions accounted for 45% of the Fohlen's Bundesliga goals.
Gladbach's talisman makes a comeback from injury: Kleindienst returned to the field this week and performed individual ball workouts after completing his rehabilitation from a knee injury.
The 30-year-old might make a comeback before the month is out.
INTER LIKELY TO COME UP SHORT IN NICO PAZ RACE
Inter Milan's rumoured €58M move for Como's Nico Paz is false, reports Fabrizio Romano. Inter missed their chance in 2024; Real Madrid holds a €10M buy-back clause and a strong relationship with Como.
Inter May Fail in Nico Paz Pursuit - Photo Credit: Getty Images
According to rumours, Inter has revived its long-lost interest in Nico Paz and is even getting ready to make a huge €58 million offer to persuade Como and Real Madrid to release him. Fabrizio Romano, however, tells SOSFanta that although the Nerazzurri have had their sights set on him for a while, that is not the truth.
Before the starlet's permanent bloom, Giuseppe Marotta and company had their best chance to negotiate a settlement in November or December of 2024. They did not want to lose him during the subsequent January window, though, as he had only been with Lariani for a few months at that point.
At the time, Inter might have paid €30–35 million for Nico Paz, but their offer was turned down, and he continued to shine after that, making him unreachable. Last summer, Como turned down Tottenham's offers of €50M plus €22M; therefore, he was no longer an option.
He was given another year to mature by the lake when Real Madrid decided not to bring him back. Although they have a €10 million clause to do so in June of next year, the two teams will probably meet and come to an alternative agreement to give the Lariani more money. Additionally, Los Merengues are entitled to match all offers made for the Argentine player.
The relationship between the two parties is excellent. Using the same technique, Los Galacticos also sent teenage defender Jacob Ramon to the Biancoblù.