The transfer market hasn't officially started yet, but Barça is already moving quickly. From France, it has been leaked that a young PSG striker could be living his last days at the club. His situation has changed radically and now he's looking for a destination that guarantees him prominence.
At the start of the season, he was a key piece after the departure of the Parisian club's big star. His performance attracted the interest of major European clubs for his technique, speed, and ability to unbalance. However, recent internal moves have completely changed his role within the team.
Luis Enrique | @PSG_espanol
More competition, fewer minutes
With the arrival of a winger from Eastern Europe and the promotion of academy players, his space has been reduced. Although he's still decisive when he comes onto the field, he no longer has a fixed spot in the starting eleven. The coach's new system has left little room for a player with his attacking profile.
At 22 years old, he doesn't want to see his growth stalled due to a lack of continuity in such a demanding squad. Every time he gets minutes, he shows quality, but the irregularity is affecting his progression. That's why he's started to seriously consider the possibility of changing scenery this summer.
Joan Laporta | @FCBarcelona_es
The player has expressed his discomfort over the lack of prominence and has already communicated his intentions to the club. His entourage has started to move, establishing contacts with several interested teams in Europe. The forward's qualities haven't gone unnoticed and there are several giants watching his situation closely.
From England, Germany, and Spain the first inquiries have arrived to learn about his contractual conditions. Everyone agrees on his great room for improvement and his adaptability to different attacking systems. But the club that has reacted the fastest is FC Barcelona, determined to get ahead of the competition.
Flick with Barça | @FCBarcelona
Very positive first contacts
The player's agent has held initial meetings with the sporting management at the Catalan club to explore the scenario. Joan Laporta and Deco already know the details of a possible signing and are studying viable options. Hansi Flick has approved his technical profile, considering him an interesting alternative both on the wing and inside.
The coaching staff believe he can fit perfectly into the team's style due to his dribbling and tactical awareness. In the first contacts, all parties have shown willingness to move forward with the deal. Although there's still a way to go, the negotiation has started on a very favorable basis.
Even though he's lost prominence, the Parisian club still values his talent as part of the sporting project. They don't want to let him go easily and are demanding a figure close to €80M. It's a high price that forces Barça to consider deferred or variable payment formulas.
PSG recently invested in his signing and isn't willing to accept financial losses so soon. That's why any progress will depend on the player's willingness and the financial design of the deal. At Camp Nou, they see him as a solid bet for the medium and long term.
Now it's official: the player in question is Bradley Barcola, one of PSG's young gems. Barça believes that his age, international experience, and technical profile make him the ideal signing of the summer. His arrival could be one of the most promising of the next transfer window for the Catalan club.
