With Hansi Flick on the Bench, the Team Has Consolidated One of the Most Effective Defensive Lines in Europe. Pau Cubarsí has become one of the best center-backs in Europe at 17 years old, while players like Íñigo Martínez bring experience and great leadership alongside him.
Additionally, Araújo Is Raising His Level After His Injury, with his ability to correct mistakes, his speed, and his strength in duels. Finally, Eric García Has Become a Versatile Player for Flick.
Barça Has Agreed on the First Signing for Next Season
The signing of Jonathan Tah seems to be very close to being finalized. The German center-back, key in Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen, is out of contract this summer and Barça has made a move to sign him for free. His arrival would be a masterstroke, as he is an experienced defender with an imposing physique and great ball-playing ability.
Barça's idea with Tah is to strengthen the defense in light of Christensen's Possible Departure, who has attracted interest from several European clubs. With Tah, Flick's team would add a strong, fast center-back with experience at the elite level.
All Eyes on One of the Most Promising Players in Europe
Additionally, Barça is closely monitoring Dean Huijsen, one of the great defensive revelations in European soccer. The young Bournemouth center-back has established himself under Andoni Iraola and has shown that he is ready to make the leap to a higher-caliber team at any moment.
With a Release Clause of 50M, Huijsen has become a priority target for several European giants. His physical power, ball skills, and tactical maturity have caught Barça's attention, who see him as a potential long-term reinforcement.
Simeone Gets Ahead
However, although Barça and Real Madrid have shown interest in signing Huijsen, Atlético de Madrid could get ahead in the race. According to "El Nacional," Simeone Has Expressly Asked the Atlético Board to Pay the 50M Release Clause for the Young Center-Back. Cholo sees him as the defensive leader of the future and wants to make him a key piece of his system.
This situation complicates Barça's plans, as they can't compete financially with Atlético at the moment. However, the sports management remains alert and hopes to convince Huijsen that Barcelona is the best destination for his growth.