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Barça Closes the Signing Flick So Badly Needed: Much Better than Salah, Surprise

The German coach would have two preferences in signing the winger

Despite the salary issues that Barça is dealing with, Joan Laporta keeps dreaming of making a big signing next summer. The president trusts that, with some agreements and the new contract with Nike, the club will be able to generate the necessary margin to strengthen the squad with a top-level player.

Laporta has shown in recent years his ability to find economic solutions in difficult times, and this time will be no exception. Although La Liga's Fair Play regulations impose many restrictions, the board remains hopeful that they will be able to make a significant addition.

The Club Continues to Bet on a Winger

Within the sports planning, Barça is clear that the ideal reinforcement must be a left winger. Currently, Hansi Flick only has Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Ferran Torres as options on the wings.

FC Barcelona soccer players celebrating on the field with expressions of joy and excitement.
Barça's Trident | @FCBarcelona

For this reason, the sports management considers that the signing of a left winger is key for the team's future.

Mohamed Salah and Rafael Leao, Ruled Out

According to the 'Madrid-Barcelona' portal, Barça has ruled out Mohamed Salah and Rafael Leao as options to strengthen the attack. The Liverpool player could arrive for free in the future, but his natural position is the right wing, where Barça already has Lamine Yamal. Additionally, his high salary is also a problem for the club's economy.

Football player wearing AC Milan shirt celebrating on the pitch.
Rafael Leao playing with Milan | @iamrafaeleao93

On the other hand, Rafael Leao has been one of the major options considered in recent months, but Milan will not make his departure easy. His market price is too high for Barça in their current situation, making his signing practically impossible. With these two options ruled out, the club has focused its attention on other names.

Hansi Flick's Two Preferences

With Salah and Leao off the list of possible signings, Barça's sports management leaves Nico Williams and Luis Díaz as the only options to strengthen. According to the information, Hansi Flick prefers one of these two players to reinforce the team's attack.

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Nico Williams celebrating a goal with Athletic Club | @nicolas_williams9

Now, the big question is whether Barça will be able to generate the necessary financial margin to make one of these signings. The board continues to work on finding solutions and in the coming months, it will be determined if the club can make their big dream come true.