Barça already has its priorities clear for the next transfer market. With the need to strengthen certain positions, the club has two main objectives: a left winger to compete with Raphinha and a right back to do the same with Jules Koundé. Both additions are considered essential to improve the squad's balance and provide greater depth to the team in strategic positions.
In the case of the winger, Barça is looking for an offensive profile that can provide dribbling, speed, and goals. Although Raphinha is offering a very high level, the lack of alternatives has been a problem. On the other hand, in the right back position, Koundé is the player with the most minutes in the squad and needs to have rest.
Laporta Wants a Major Signing
However, beyond this, Laporta has the idea of making a major signing before his term ends. Barça's president wants to leave a mark and generate excitement among the fans with an addition that returns the team to the European elite. With the presidential elections scheduled for 2026, Laporta knows that a top-level reinforcement could strengthen his legacy.
Throughout history, major signings have served as symbols of ambition and leadership at Barça. Laporta has already led such operations in his first term, like the arrival of Ronaldinho in 2003 or the bet on Samuel Eto'o. Now, his challenge is to repeat that feat in a more complicated economic context, but with the same determination as always.
The Player Who Charms in Barcelona
Among the names that generate the most enthusiasm in the Barça environment, one stands out above the rest, and it is Florian Wirtz. The German attacking midfielder is one of the great stars of Bayer Leverkusen and is destined to be one of the references of European soccer in the next decade. His technical quality, vision of the game, and ability to unbalance make him an ideal player for Barça, which has historically bet on this type of footballer.
Additionally, Wirtz has made it clear on several occasions his admiration for Barça. On social media, videos circulate in which the young German expresses his desire to wear the Barça jersey someday. This has fueled the fans' excitement, who dream of seeing him play and being a key piece in the club's new sports project.
His Price Is a Problem and Pep Guardiola Wants to Sign Him in the Summer
However, the operation is tremendously complicated. Bayer Leverkusen has no intention of selling its star for less than 150M, a figure unattainable for Barça in its situation. Despite Laporta's desire and Wirtz's willingness, the Barça club can't afford such a high outlay.
Meanwhile, other clubs with greater economic power are alert to the situation. According to "El Nacional," Pep Guardiola's Manchester City has set its sights on Wirtz and could try to sign him this very summer. If City enters the bidding, Barça would find it practically impossible to compete for his signing.