Gudjohnsen will most likely leave

Asked about the situation of Barcelona attacker and Iceland international Eidur Gudjohnsen (30), the player's agent and father Arnor Gudjohnsen has said in an interview with British sports site Sport that the player will most likely leave this summer:

"It is my feeling that Eidur will leave Barcelona, but we are not sure where he is going to end up. Every possibility is open, and apart from clubs like Aston Villa, Fulham and Everton, there could also be interest from other countries in Europe. But Eidur definitely won't rush into anything, he is very relaxed about the situation."

Catalan sports paper Sport claims that English Premier League clubs West Ham and Sunderland have also shown interest in signing the Icelandic attacker.

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Rijkaard won't return to the bench this season

Asked about the rumours linking former Barcelona manager Frank Rijkaard with several clubs, his agent Perry Overeem is quoted by British sports site Sky Sports as saying that Rijkaard has decided not to take on a new job until at least next summer:

"The decision is clear. Frank will not return to management this season. Next season? It is possible. But the decision will depend on what is on offer at the end of May."

Over the last weeks, the Dutch manager has been linked to clubs like Newcastle, CSKA Moscow and Sunderland.

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Celtic leading tight race for Crosas

Asked about the rumours linking him with a move to Celtic Glasgow (read more here), Barcelona midfielder Marc Crosas (20) has said in an interview with Scottish tabloid Daily Record that he has received proposals from Celtic and Sevilla and that he would be ready to accept a loan deal:

"I would love to join Celtic. I enjoyed my time last season at Lyon a lot and it is now up to Barcelona to agree a deal with Celtic or Sevilla. Both have made proposals which appear acceptable to Barça. An agreement now has to be struck with one of them so that I know where I will be playing next season.The option of a season at Celtic could be perfect and there might even be an option to extend that stay.

For me it would be an enrichening experience to play in Scotland. As well as the football, I would experience another culture and also improve my English. Gaining experience of playing in the Champions League is another attraction and I am thrilled about that possibility. Celtic is a very attractive proposition."

In an interview with British tabloid The Sun, the Catalan midfielder says he's waiting to see what will happen: "I haven’t spoken with anyone from Scotland yet, but I am awaiting news. People have spoken about Celtic and Sevilla but everything depends on Barcelona’s decision."

A Barcelona source is quoted as saying that Barcelona sees the Scottish champions as a good option: "Barcelona rate Marc very highly so there’s no way they will sell him. But Guardiola likes the Scottish mentality, the work ethic and the team spirit. Moving to Celtic for a year would also give him some valuable Champions League experience."

The Sun also claims that English Premier League teams West Ham, Everton, Newcastle and Sunderland would now all have declared an interest in Crosas, who says that he likes the English league: "After FC Barcelona, English football’s my passion. But, if I leave Barcelona, it is with the intention to return."

Catalan sports Sport claims that Crosas is close to joining Celtic on a one-year loan deal. Barcelona and Celtic officials have started negotiations and an agreement could be reached soon. There would still be discussion about an option for Celtic to buy Crosas next summer.

Sevilla regional newspaper ABC de Sevilla claims that Crosas is a back-up option for Sevilla in case the transfer of Racing midfielder Duscher wouldn't go through. Sevilla sports director Monchi would have well-advanced contacts with Barcelona on a transfer.

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