Barça's priority is to strengthen the wings. Last season, it became clear that although Lamine Yamal and Raphinha were brilliant, the team suffered from a lack of rotation. Both footballers have been decisive in the club's schemes, but they've also paid the price for not getting any rest, accumulating minutes and physical wear.
Flick wants a team with more depth, especially in the attacking positions. In demanding matches, or when the schedule gets tight, having more options on the wings can make the difference.
Luis Díaz and Marcus Rashford are the favorite options
There are two names that stand out above the rest and are favored by both the sporting management and Hansi Flick himself: Luis Díaz and Marcus Rashford. Luis Díaz has been on the radar for some time, and his ability to attack spaces, his offensive aggressiveness, and his experience in high-stakes matches make him a very attractive option.
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford represents an opportunity that could prove interesting if the right conditions are met. Although his performance has been inconsistent this past season, his talent is unquestionable.
Nico Williams offers himself
Another option that has emerged in recent weeks is Nico Williams. The Athletic Club player has offered himself to Barça. In this regard, the interest has been enough for a meeting to take place between his agent and the Catalan club last week.
However, from the offices at Camp Nou, they don't consider the Spanish international a priority. Although his season has been remarkable, and his profile fits in many ways with what the team is looking for, his signing isn't on the table at this time.
Cardoso Varela, a bet for the future
While options are being considered to strengthen the first team's wingers, Barça is also quietly working on signings for the future. In this regard, one deal that's already closed is for Cardoso Varela, a young Portuguese player just 16 years old (16 años) from Dinamo Zagreb.
According to Croatian media, Deco has been the architect of this signing, seeing Varela as a top-level winger prospect. At his young age, he's already shown signs of his talent in the youth categories of the Croatian club, and Barça has decided to get ahead of other European giants.