Barça keeps adjusting its squad for the upcoming season, and Flick is clear that he will count on players who can immediately contribute to his play style. The German coach has used the preseason to evaluate each footballer, both in training sessions and matches, with the goal of leaving a reduced and competitive group.
In this process, the club has also shown willingness to listen to offers for several players who don't fit into the coach's plans. Joan Laporta and Deco are working to finalize the deals before the market closes, considering both loans and permanent transfers with conditions that will benefit Barça in the future.
A homegrown player without a place in the plans
One of the names directly affected by these decisions is Héctor Fort. Trained at La Masia and with first-team experience, the young right-back hoped to earn a spot during the Asian tour, but he has barely had any minutes. Flick has told him that, for the sake of his development and the club itself, the most advisable thing is for him to continue his career elsewhere where he can play regularly.
The competition in his position is high and, with Eric García established as Koundé's backup, the space for Fort has been reduced to a minimum. The club is already working to find him a destination, considering both the option of a loan and a transfer with a buy-back clause and a percentage on a future sale. This follows the model applied in other recent cases.
An opportunity in French soccer
Although at first the interested teams were mainly in La Liga, in recent days an opportunity abroad has gained momentum: Paris FC. The French side is looking to strengthen with young talents and could offer Fort a significant role in its squad. In addition, he would also have the chance to compete in Ligue 1.
For Barça, this deal would also have advantages. On one hand, it would allow the player to gain experience in a demanding environment and, in the case of a transfer, favorable conditions could be included for a possible return to Barça. Talks remain open and the goal is to reach an agreement before the market deadline approaches.