Barça Is Clear That Its Goal for the Next Summer Market Is to Sign a Top-Level Left Winger. Deco and the sports management consider that the squad Hansi Flick has is fantastic and only needs an addition in that position. The German coach has managed to consolidate a solid team with a clear playing style, but the sports management believes that strengthening the left wing could be key.
The Performance of Lamine Yamal and Raphinha Is Being Spectacular. Both players have proven to be among the best wingers in Europe this season. However, the club believes it needs a top-level alternative to improve the rotation, one of the team's problems this season.
Moreover, Barça sees itself with enough economic capacity to make a big signing in the summer. After years of restrictions, the club has returned to the 1:1 rule in Financial Fair Play, and will be able to undertake an important operation.
Barça's List: From the Most Expensive and Exciting to the Affordable
The list of possible signings for the left winger is extensive and includes top-level names. However, three players stand out above the rest and are Nico Williams, Rafael Leão, and Luis Díaz.
Nico Williams Is, in Theory, the Most Affordable Option Due to His Release Clause of 60 Million Euros. The Athletic Club player has proven to be an explosive winger, with great dribbling ability and a bright future ahead.
On the other hand, Rafael Leão and Luis Díaz Would Be More Expensive but Also More Established Bets. The Portuguese is one of the most complete wingers in Europe, and the Colombian has shown his talent in the Premier League. Additionally, Barça is also considering other market options like Mohamed Salah or Leroy Sané, who end their contracts in the summer and could represent interesting opportunities.
Deco's Favorite
Among all those mentioned, according to the 'Madrid-Barcelona' portal, the player Deco likes the most is Luis Díaz. The Colombian has the profile Barça is looking for: speed, dribbling, defensive sacrifice, and experience at the elite level.
Barça knows that his signing won't be cheap, but it considers that Luis could arrive for a figure close to 80 million euros. With the transfer market yet to come, the club will continue analyzing options, but Deco's preference for the Colombian is clear. Now, everything will depend on the negotiations and Barça's economic capacity to close a deal that could shape the team's future.