FC Barcelona Prepares for a Summer of Major Changes. The sports management is working on planning for the next season with a clear objective: to strengthen the squad without compromising the club's financial stability.
Hansi Flick has already identified the positions that need reinforcements. He wants a midfielder with leadership, a forward who guarantees goals, and more depth in defense.
Signings More Than Necessary
The club doesn't want to make past mistakes. There is no room for failed signings or exorbitant salaries. Barça's new policy is based on sustainability.
Deco and Laporta are working with a clear strategy: to sell players with good market value to generate income and free up salary mass. Frenkie de Jong, Ronald Araújo are some of the names that could leave if a convincing offer arrives.
But beyond the reinforcements, there is a topic that has shaken the club in recent hours. An unexpected request has arrived at Camp Nou offices. An old acquaintance has asked to return, but Laporta's response has been blunt.
A Barça in Reconstruction
The blaugrana team has shown signs of improvement under Flick's orders. Although titles are not yet secured, the team competes better and has regained its identity.
The squad is still evolving. Young players like Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí have stepped up. Footballers like Raphinha and Íñigo Martínez have also grown, key pieces in the German coach's scheme.
However, there are still aspects to improve. Barça needs to strengthen some key positions if it wants to compete with the best in Europe again. The transfer market will be key, there will be departures and arrivals, but an unexpected operation has caused debate in the club.
The Return That Divides Barcelona Fans
For years, his name was linked to Barça and he was part of one of the best periods in the club's history. He shared the locker room with Messi, Suárez, and Iniesta. He was an idol for the fans, but one day, he decided to leave.
Now, in the final stretch of his career, he wants to return. He feels that Barça is his home. He wants to regain the fans' affection and close his story at Camp Nou.
He has sent messages to Laporta and his entourage. He has asked for a second chance. But the president's response has been unequivocal.
Laporta Closes the Door: "You're a Traitor"
The player in question is none other than Neymar. The Brazilian has expressed his desire to return to Barça. After his stint at PSG and his adventure in Saudi Arabia, he wants to return to the elite.
Laporta, however, doesn't forget his departure in 2017, nor does he forget the legal conflicts and the way he forced his transfer. According to sources close to the club, the president's response has been clear: "You're a traitor. You can't come back."
Barça doesn't want to repeat past mistakes. Neymar has talent, but also a history of injuries and off-field problems. His high salary would be an obstacle.
Laporta and Deco have decided to close the door. Flick doesn't see him as a priority either, Barça looks to the future, and Neymar is part of the past. The message is clear: his time at Barça is over.