Sevilla FC continues working in the transfer market after receiving a significant setback in their plans. The arrival of midfielder Juninho from Qarabag seemed to be finalized, but Flamengo fromBrazil got ahead in the operation. This unexpected setback has forced the Sevilla coaching staff to seek alternatives to strengthen the team's attack in this second half of the season.
Xavier García Pimienta, Sevilla's coach, has set his sights on a young prospect who currently belongs to FC Barcelona. This is Pau Víctor, a Catalan forward who has sparked interest due to his technical ability and goal-scoring instinct. Although he hasn't yet had the opportunity to establish himself in the first team of the blaugrana, his potential makes him an attractive option for Sevilla.
Sevilla's president, José Castro, has already initiated contacts with Deco, Barça's sporting director, to explore the possibility of a loan for Pau Víctor until the end of the season. This arrangement would allow the player to gain minutes in LaLiga, something that is proving difficult at Can Barça due to the high competition in his position.
A Decision That Generates Debate at Camp Nou
However, the operation doesn't have unanimous support in Barcelona, the loan of Pau Víctor to Sevilla could benefit his development. However, within the culé club, they don't look favorably on the idea of strengthening a rival with whom relations haven't been very good lately. Additionally, there are doubts about whether the young forward will have enough prominence under García Pimienta's orders.
On the other hand, Pau Víctor also finds himself in a complex position. The player knows that a loan to Sevilla would allow him to prove his worth in a demanding league, but leaving Barça's project, even temporarily, is not an easy decision. His entourage values both the sporting opportunities and the stability offered by remaining linked to the Catalan club.
Joan Laporta Will Have the Final Say
The final decision is in the hands of Joan Laporta. The president of FC Barcelona must analyze the sporting and strategic implications of allowing Pau Víctor's departure. Although the club has prioritized the growth of its young talents through loans on other occasions, this case could be different due to the identity of the interested club.
With the winter market in full swing, the future of Pau Víctor promises to be one of the most talked-about topics in the coming days. In Sevilla, they await a positive reply to fill the void left by the failed transfer of Juninho. Meanwhile, in Barcelona, there's debate over whether this operation will be a step forward or a strategic mistake.
The Dani Olmo case is also on the minds of many culé fans who don't look favorably on helping Sevilla. The Sevillians were tough and assertive, and many at Barça neither forget nor forgive it.