FC Barcelona is going through a period of relative calm regarding injuries in midfield. One of the most positive pieces of news for the club is Gavi's recovery, as he is gradually regaining his best form. The homegrown player, who had been off the field for months, is starting to provide the guarantees needed to become a key figure again in Hansi Flick's midfield.
His return is complemented by Frenkie de Jong's outstanding performance, a key piece in the blaugrana setup. The Dutchman already has a verbal agreement with the board to extend his contract, a decision that strengthens the stability of the sports project and puts to rest any doubts about his continuity. With Gavi in full recovery and De Jong secured, Barça is beginning to have a surplus of players in midfield.
In addition, Marc Bernal, another homegrown player with great potential, has already recovered from his injury. Alongside the presence of Pedri and Dani Olmo, the Azulgrana squad has built a great engine room filled with enormous quality, talent, and future potential. This scenario, although positive for the coach, leaves other academy footballers seeking minutes at the elite level in a complicated situation.
Casado appears on the way out
The main victim in this equation is Marc Casado, captain of the reserve team and one of the most highly valued gems of La Masia. The midfielder has been pushing for a place in the first team for some time, but the competition in his position is increasingly fierce. With so many players ahead of him in the rotation, his opportunities are being drastically reduced and his role seems destined for the bench or even being left out of the squad list.
In this situation, several LaLiga clubs have started to move to try to secure his services. According to reports, Sevilla FC, Atlético de Madrid, and Real Betis have inquired in recent hours about the possibility of bringing in Casado on loan. All of them see the young midfielder as a player who can provide balance, intensity, and ball distribution, qualities that are highly valued in Spanish competition.
Simeone moves
The interest is real and has intensified in recent days, taking advantage of the favorable scenario created by the recovery of injured players at FC Barcelona. For these teams, a loan would be a low-risk operation that could raise the level of their squad. At the same time, they would offer quality minutes to a footballer who needs to grow away from the pressure of Camp Nou.
FC Barcelona's position is clear: the club doesn't want to part with Marc Casado permanently. They believe he has enough potential to be part of the first team in the near future, but they acknowledge that in the short term he won't have the prominence he deserves. That's why they'd be open to accepting a loan, always on the condition that he returns at the end of the season.