Planning for the squad for next season has begun, and at Barça decisions have already been made. One of the clearest cases is that of Pau Víctor, a Catalan forward who will not continue at the club.
Despite earning an opportunity after being the top scorer in Primera Federación, his time with the first team has been very limited. He has played only 362 minutes this season, with two goals and one assist.
Pau Víctor is considering leaving | @FCBarcelona
Lack of minutes and direct competition
With the continuity assured for Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres, Pau Víctor's options are further reduced. The coaching staff, now led by Hansi Flick, doesn't consider him a real option for the first team.
Added to this is the competition with reserve team players who are pushing hard, leaving the forward in a no-return situation. His departure seems inevitable and offers have already started to be heard.
Pau Víctor and Lewandowski | @FCBarcelona
In recent weeks, rumors placed Pau Víctor in clubs like Betis, Celta, or even Mallorca. All of them valued his profile as an offensive game-changer, especially for his reasonable cost and projection.
However, reality has taken another path. Sources close to the club have confirmed that his destination will not be in LaLiga, but outside Spain. The strongest interest has come from Germany.
Pau Víctor has an offer | @FCBarcelona
There is surprise
Bayer Leverkusen has emerged strongly in the bidding. The team led by Xabi Alonso has closely followed Pau Víctor's steps and believes he can fit perfectly into their system.
They are looking for a young forward, with mobility, good finishing, and competitive hunger. And Pau meets all those requirements. Despite his limited participation at Barça, his records in lower categories speak for themselves.
Pau Víctor | @pauvictor_
Barça, aware that they will not count on him, has made a strategic decision. Joan Laporta and Deco are willing to let him go, but not at any price.
The club paid a little over three million for him, and now wants to recover the investment and add profits. Therefore, they have priced his transfer at a figure exceeding five million euros.
Pau Víctor | @pauvictor_
Transfer conditions: Barça doesn't want to lose control
Besides the price, Barça wants to keep 50% of his federative rights. This clause would allow the blaugrana club to benefit from a future sale or even recover the player at a more affordable cost.
It's not just about making money. It's about not completely losing a footballer who can still thrive in the right context. And in Leverkusen, they trust that this can happen.
Pau Víctor | @fcbarcelonab
Pau Víctor leaves Barça after a brief but intense period. He hasn't had the desired minutes, but he has shown commitment and professionalism. The club acknowledges his attitude and wishes him luck in this new adventure.
Bayer Leverkusen is already working on closing the deal and negotiations are very advanced. If there are no surprises, the forward will wear the German champion's jersey next season.
