In FC Barcelona's offices, work continues on planning the squad for the upcoming season. As is becoming customary, the club is open to listening to offers for several players given the need to balance their accounts and strengthen key positions. In this context, one of the footballers who could leave the Barça team in the next market and whose future is in question has attracted the interest of Celta de Vigo.
The Galician team is experiencing a great moment under Claudio Giráldez and is looking to strengthen its squad to remain competitive. It's no wonder: right now, Celta is fighting for European competition qualification against all odds and is only five points away from these positions. In that sense, and if they achieve it, the Spanish coach wants to be prepared and has requested the signing of this Barça player.
In Search of Minutes
According to sources close to Celta de Vigo, among Giráldez's priorities is the goalkeeper position, and they have set their sights on a goalkeeper who hasn't had the expected prominence. That is none other than Iñaki Peña, who has played a secondary role in Barcelona's goal this season despite his talent and potential. With Szczęsny as the undisputed starter, the Spanish goalkeeper has barely had opportunities to prove his worth.
At 25 years old, Iñaki Peña knows he needs continuity to continue growing and establish himself in the elite. In that sense, Celta believes that the young Barça player would fit perfectly into their scheme. His good footwork and security under the posts make him an ideal option, making the operation even more attractive for both parties.
Barça's Approval
Celta's interest would not only benefit Iñaki Peña but also FC Barcelona. The sale of the Spanish goalkeeper would allow the club to bring in an amount close to 10M, which would help alleviate the economic situation and allocate that money to other positions.
As negotiations progress, everything indicates that the operation could be finalized in the coming weeks. For Peña, Celta represents a unique opportunity to establish himself in La Liga and possibly compete in international tournaments. For Barça, it would be another step in their squad restructuring plan.