Barça has had a great season, but Laporta still dreams of bringing excitement and raising the level. In this regard, the name that convinces both Deco and Flick the most is the Colombian Luis Díaz.
However, signing Luis Díaz won't be easy. Liverpool isn't willing to let him go for less than €80 million, a considerable amount that Barça, in its current situation, can't comfortably afford. Nevertheless, his name remains on the table as the number one priority, as long as the club manages to make room in its wage bill.
Tebas warns about fair play
Javier Tebas has already publicly warned that the club still isn't within the 1:1 rule and doesn't have enough salary margin to register a major signing.
This situation forces the club to act cautiously and not get excited too soon about major operations. Although Barça has improved, it still needs to adjust further to the parameters of financial fair play before being able to go after players like Luis Díaz. Sports planning remains subject to economic decisions.
Sales are essential
In this scenario, the solution is to sell players. The club needs to raise funds to free up wage bill space. However, the planned sales of Ansu Fati or Pau Víctor won't be enough on their own to reach the necessary threshold.
That's why the sports management is studying other more significant departures from an economic standpoint. The goal is to generate more from sales to be able to activate the market. This forces the club to put players in the shop window who, until recently, were untouchable.
Key names on the way out
According to El Nacional, Barça could consider offers for players like Ter Stegen, Ronald Araújo or even Fermín. The extreme financial situation forces the club to consider any scenario, no matter how painful it may be from a sporting perspective. If a suitable offer arrives, the club won't close the exit door.
In Fermín's specific case, Barça would be willing to negotiate if a proposal exceeding €50 million appears. Although he is a young footballer, homegrown, and with great potential, his departure would be seen as a lesser evil if it allows the club to sign Luis. Thus, Barça's summer transfer window looks as exciting as it is uncertain.