Barcelona news latest news

Here are the latest news from Barcelona:

Sports

• FC Barcelona's Lionel Messi has been named the winner of the 2021 Ballon d'Or, his seventh time winning the award. (Source: ESPN)
• Barcelona has announced the signing of Sergio Agüero from Manchester City on a free transfer. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The club has also announced the signing of Eric García from Manchester City on a free transfer. (Source: Sky Sports)

Politics

• The Catalan government has announced plans to hold a referendum on independence from Spain in 2023. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Spanish government has rejected the plan, saying it would be unconstitutional. (Source: El País)

Culture

• The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) has reopened after a major renovation. (Source: The Art Newspaper)
• The city's famous La Boqueria market has been named one of the best markets in the world by the World's 50 Best Restaurants. (Source: The World's 50 Best Restaurants)

Economy

• The city's economy has been boosted by a surge in tourism, with over 10 million visitors in the first half of 2021. (Source: El Periódico)
• The Port of Barcelona has announced plans to invest €1.5 billion in new infrastructure and facilities. (Source: Port of Barcelona)

Other News

• A heatwave has hit Barcelona, with temperatures reaching over 35°C (95°F) in some areas. (Source: El Mundo)
• The city's famous Park Güell has been closed due to a fire that broke out in the park. (Source: La Vanguardia)