Barça's getting ready for a winter transfer market, and Hansi Flick is willing to make a small cleanup in the team. The German coach isn't completely satisfied with some players and believes that to bring in new pieces, some players will have to leave.
He's communicated this to Joan Laporta, who knows that adjustments in the team could allow for strategic transfers. The cleanup proposed by Hansi Flick aims not only to improve collective performance but also to create a more competitive environment within the locker room. In some positions in defense, midfield, and attack, the German has in mind players who haven't met expectations.
For Barça to sign in January, it will be crucial for some players to leave the club. This will free up space in the team and the wage bill. Additionally, some players need to find new destinations where they can get more playing time and regain their best form, which would also benefit Barça in terms of its development.
Flick's Disappointments
Regarding the players who could leave Barça, Flick's list is considerable. In defense, one of the first names that appears is Héctor Fort, who hasn't managed to convince the German coach.
In midfield, the departures of Pablo Torre and Frenkie de Jong seem to be on the table. The young Cantabrian could go out on loan to continue his development, while De Jong, whose performance has been insufficient, could be transferred. De Jong's attitude, which hasn't been as expected, has caused frustration within the locker room, and his departure seems imminent if the club receives an offer.
In attack, two players also appear on the list of expendables: Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres. Both have struggled to find their form and haven't been key pieces in Flick's scheme.
No Turning Back: a Barça Player Will Leave the Club in January
However, the first to leave seems to be Ansu Fati, despite being one of the great talents to come out of La Masia in recent years. Injuries have marked his career, and he hasn't managed to regain the confidence or consistency needed to establish himself in the first team.
Flick doesn't count on him for the second half of the season, and the sports management is evaluating options for his departure. Despite his enormous talent and potential, Ansu Fati's situation is delicate.
However, offers haven't been slow to arrive, and several teams are interested in his loan or transfer. Betis and Sevilla are two of the clubs that have shown more serious interest in transfer him. For Barça, this operation would be beneficial, as it would allow them to free up space and, at the same time, give the young striker the opportunity to shine again in a different environment.