Barcelona’s Fire Sale: Eight Players Put Up for Sale to Fund Summer Signings
It’s been a tumultuous summer for Barcelona, and things are only going to get worse. The club is facing a severe financial crisis, and in order to raise funds for new signings, they’ve put eight players up for sale.
According to reports, big earners Frenkie de Jong and Ronaldo Araujo are among those who are available for transfer. Both players have suffered injuries that will likely rule them out of any potential deals, but the club is desperate to free up some cash.
Raphinha, who has a year left on his contract, is also said to be dispensable, but the Brazilian winger has no desire to leave Camp Nou. Vitor Roque, on the other hand, is willing to make a move, and the club is open to selling him.
In defense, Clement Lenglet and Mikayil Faye are the unwanted duo. Lenglet spent last season on loan at Villa, but his massive wages have made him a difficult sell. Faye, meanwhile, has a low transfer value, and interest in him has been scarce.
Ferran Torres, a £48.4 million signing just 18 months ago, is also on the list. Despite his versatility and his ability to score goals, the Spaniard is deemed surplus to requirements.
What’s the plan, Xavi?
It’s unclear what Xavi’s plans are for these players, but one thing is certain: the club needs to raise funds quickly. The signing of Nico Williams and Dani Olmo, two Spain Euro 2024 heroes, is still on the cards, but it’s going to take a significant amount of money to make it happen.
Reports suggest that Williams is set to stay at Athletic, but Barcelona are still working hard to bring Olmo back to the club. The 26-year-old is a Barcelona boy, having spent time in the La Masia academy before experiencing success with Dinamo Zagreb and RB Leipzig.
Olmo’s release clause expired last year, but his current club is said to be open to negotiations. The ball is in Barcelona’s court, but it’s going to take a significant amount of cash to convince RB Leipzig to let him go.
What’s next for Barcelona?
As the summer transfer window heats up, Barcelona’s future is looking more uncertain by the day. With a fire sale looming, it’s hard to see how the club will be able to compete with the likes of Real Madrid and Manchester City.
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