FC Barcelona continues planning its team for the next season with the goal of strengthening the most critical positions. Deco, the club's sporting director, has focused on reinforcing the left-back position, which he considers key to competing at the highest level. The sporting management understands that a reliable reinforcement in that position can make a difference in the coming years.
The chosen one is none other than Alphonso Davies, one of the best left-backs in the world today. The Canadian, currently at Bayern München, stands out not only for his speed but also for his offensive capability and defensive solidity. Hans Dieter Flick, Barça's coach, has reportedly given his approval to the operation, as he considers Davies a piece that would fit perfectly into his tactical scheme.
However, the operation won't be easy, Bayern doesn't want to easily part with one of its most valuable players, and his price could exceed 30 million euros. This forces Barça to look for ways to finance the transfer, Davies ends his contract on June 30 and has many proposals to leave the Bavarian club in the summer.
Barça's Plans to Finance Davies's Arrival
To undertake a transfer of such magnitude, Barça will need to generate income by selling some assets. Although the club is already working on various departures, the offers that have arrived don't fully convince the management. Deco, aware of this situation, is evaluating various strategies to meet the financial demands without compromising the team's quality.
Additionally, the Canadian would be willing to make the leap to LaLiga if negotiations go well. From the Canadian player's camp, it's perceived that the opportunity to play at Camp Nou and under Flick's orders would be a great step in his career. However, negotiations with Bayern will require time, patience, and significant financial effort.
Balde, Key to the Operation
Barça is clear that to finalize Davies's arrival, it will need to part with an important player. In this regard, Alejandro Balde could become the key piece to balance the accounts. The homegrown player, after his outstanding performance in the Super Cup, has sparked interest from some clubs, although the offers received don't exceed 40 million euros.
The club values the player at at least 50 million, a figure that no interested party has been willing to reach so far. Joan Laporta, Barça's president, doesn't want Balde to leave the club and prefers to explore other avenues. Meanwhile, the left-back is waiting for an improvement in his contract, something that could define his future in the coming weeks.