Barça is already working on the squad planning for the next season and one of the positions where there will almost certainly be changes is the goalkeeping. With Hansi Flick, the club is clear that there will be modifications between the posts and the first important decision affects Iñaki Peña, who is very likely to leave the team.
The young goalkeeper has been Marc-André ter Stegen's backup in recent years but has never managed to establish himself as a reliable alternative for the first team. Now, with Flick's arrival, his situation has worsened since the German coach doesn't count on him for the next season. Barça knows he wants to leave and that the best thing for both parties is to seek an exit, and several clubs in LaLiga and abroad are keeping an eye on his situation.
Barça Will Renew Szczęsny
The other big change in the goalkeeping came in November when Barça signed Wojciech Szczęsny after Ter Stegen's serious injury. The Pole arrived on a free transfer as an emergency solution but his performance has been so solid that he has convinced Flick and the coaching staff.
Now, the club is willing to renew him if the goalkeeper wants to continue. Szczęsny has a contract until June but his experience and professionalism have led Barça to offer him an extension for one more season. The final decision will depend on the goalkeeper himself, who is considering whether to continue in elite football or retire for good.
Deco Wants a Generational Change
If Szczęsny accepts the renewal, Barça's goalkeeping for the next season will be formed by him and Ter Stegen. However, Deco and his team are already thinking about the future and finding a goalkeeper who can become the heir.
The club knows that Ter Stegen has a contract until 2028 but at some point will need a reliable replacement. Therefore, the sports area is analyzing options in the market with the intention of signing a young goalkeeper.
The Three Names Barça Has on Its Agenda
According to 'Fichajes.net', the three goalkeepers on Barça's list are Lucas Chevalier, Bart Verbruggen, and Joan García. Each of them has a different profile but the one most liked within the club is Joan García.
The young Espanyol goalkeeper has caught attention for his talent, security, and ability to play with his feet, qualities that fit Barça's style. His contract with the Perico club includes a release clause of 30 million.