Barça is finalizing its moves in the January transfer market with ten days left before the deadline. In this regard, the club is working on the loan of Manchester United forward, Marcus Rashford, who has become the main target to strengthen the Barça attack.
Rashford, who has a poor relationship with Rubén Amorim, could bring the freshness and quality that Barça needs in its attack. Meanwhile, the club is also negotiating the departure of Eric García, a defender who could move to Girona or Como of Cesc Fàbregas. The sale of Eric would allow Barça to reduce its team and also lighten the wage bill to secure the addition of Marcus Rashford.
Other Sales Barça is Considering
Besides these operations, Barça also has other less significant departures on its radar, which could be completed before the market closes. According to "El Nacional.cat," the culés are looking to offload Héctor Fort and Pau Victor, players who haven't had playing time under Hansi Flick.
Héctor Fort and Pau Victor haven't had the opportunity to showcase their potential in the first team. Therefore, the club might opt to loan both players, giving them the chance to gain experience with other teams and reduce the number of players in the current team.
The Market Decision: Ronald Araújo Stays
In another important piece of news from this market, Barça has managed to secure the continuity of one of its defensive pillars. Finally, the Uruguayan center-back, Ronald Araújo, will not be moving to Juventus, as had been rumored in recent days.
The player is key to Barça's defensive system and, according to the latest reports, the club intends to renew his contract, which expires in 2026. This renewal is an essential move for the team's future, given that Ronald Araújo has established himself as one of the best defenders in European football in recent years. The player, meanwhile, has expressed happiness at the club and wishes to continue growing within the Catalan entity.
Deco Halts a Signing
However, this resolution regarding Araújo has had a direct impact on Barcelona's transfer market, as it has stalled an operation that was almost closed. Thus, the signing of Jonathan Tah, a central defender who would arrive for free in the summer, has been put on hold.
According to "El Nacional.cat," the club's sporting director, Deco, has decided to halt this operation following the confirmation of Araújo's renewal. With Araújo's continuity and priority in other areas of the field, Barça has decided to put the German's signing on standby. Thus, Barça continues to adjust its team with the aim of strengthening the team, prioritizing pending renewals and additions in the forward line.