After the surprising game of Lionel Messi to him Miami Inter and the loss of the opportunity to return to the Camp Nou after passing through PSG, the FC Barcelona He is looking to close five top-tier signings to start a revolution in the team and offer more tactical options to his new manager, Xavi Hernandez. Next, we present the objectives that the Catalan club has proposed:
The 5 signings that Barcelona wants to make to forget about Messi
-Inigo Martinez: The central defender of Athletic Club would arrive free to Barcelona after finishing his contract with his current team. With a left-footed profile that enhances his ability to get off the ball, Martínez fits perfectly with what Xavi is looking for in his defense. His experience in La Liga and his defensive solidity would be a great contribution to the team.
-Right side: Barcelona needs a right-back who offers different characteristics from the current player Jules Koundé and who allows the Frenchman to play as a centre-back at certain times. Among the names that sound for this position are Joao Cancelo and Noussair Mazraoui. Both could reach the club at an accessible price, either on loan or through a sale. Also mentioned as options are Benjamin Pavard and Vanderson.
-Midfielder: Xavi has made it clear that Barcelona needs a top-level midfielder. In his own words, “he has to be a top pivot, and it’s a very important position for us. He has to be a level player, the closest thing to Busquets.” Some names that sound in the market are Guido Rodríguez, Zubimendi, Joshua Kimmich and Rubén Neves, although it is rumored that Neves is more a bet from Joan Laporta, the club’s president, and it is not Xavi’s preference.
-Ilkay Gundogan: The German midfielder would arrive at Barcelona as a free agent, after finishing his contract with Manchester City. The incorporation of him would be to boost the rotation in the center of the field along with players like Pedri and Gavi. Gundogan would bring experience, quality and a goal, becoming an important resource for the new Barcelona project
–Victor Roque: The Brazilian forward has been chosen as the ideal option to occupy the role of substitute for Robert Lewandowski. Considered a star at Atlético Paranaense, Roque represents a long-term bet for Barcelona’s attack. His youth and talent give him great potential, and he is expected to become a major player in the future.
Barcelona is determined to close these five signings to reinforce its squad and leave behind the situation of Lionel Messi. These incorporations would provide Xavi Hernández with more tactical variants and greater competitiveness in all lines of the team.
