The Summer Market Is Already Gaining Momentum. At Barça, they know it, and this time the shake-up comes from Germany. One of the footballers closest to Pedri, both on and off the field, has decided to move to Bayern Munich.
Both Shared a Locker Room with the Spanish National Team and Were Key Pieces During the Last European Championship. The Canarian midfielder doesn't hide his sadness over this departure. His connection with the player was total, and it will be felt at Barça.
Barça Can't Compete for the Signing
Months Ago, the blaugrana Club Marked This Name as a Priority to Strengthen the Attack. His profile fit perfectly with the style Flick wants: young, fast, disruptive, and with international experience.
However, Barça hasn't been able to move freely due to financial fair play. Joan Laporta and Deco knew they had to sell before buying. Meanwhile, other clubs seized the opportunity.
Bayern Munich Hasn't Wasted Time. The Bavarian club has been negotiating with the player's entourage for weeks. They are willing to pay the 60 million euros of his release clause.
The German team considers him the ideal profile to make a quality leap in the attack. With the departure of several veterans, they seek to renew their squad with young and proven talent. And this signing fits perfectly.
Pedri, Affected by the Departure of His Great Friend
Pedri Hasn't Been Able to Hide His Disappointment. The player leaving was his personal friend, with whom he shared a room in many training camps. On the field, their understanding was natural.
Inside the locker room, the news has hurt. Everyone values his quality, but also his closeness and commitment. He was one of the most beloved footballers, and his departure leaves a difficult gap to fill.
The Player Saying Goodbye to Barça, Without Having Arrived, Is Nico Williams. The Athletic Club winger has chosen Bayern's project over other offers like Arsenal's or Barça's own.
His signing with the German giant is closed. It just needs to be made official. The Bavarian club will activate his 60 million clause, and they will take him as one of the great bets of the summer.
Barça is left without one of the most desired targets of recent months. Pedri, without his best friend in the locker room. Nico Williams is going to Bayern, and his future is already far from Camp Nou.