FC Barcelona is determined to take a key step in its sports planning for the 2025/26 season. Hansi Flick has made an important decision and is pointing to a departure that could mark the beginning of a new era in the blaugrana defense. The chosen one to leave the club is Christensen, the Danish defender already knows that his cycle at Camp Nou has come to an end.
The sports management is clear: for Nico Williams to arrive, someone must leave, and that "sacrifice" has a first and last name. Christensen was a market opportunitywho arrived on a free transfer from Chelsea, and now the club hopes to make a financial profit from his sale. Everything earned from him will be pure profit, something vital in the ongoing battle against Financial Fair Play.
Barça knows it won't be able to close top-level signings if it doesn't free up wage bill and generate income. Flick is aware of this and has already approved the move. In the club's offices, they consider it a strategic sale. The Dane has a market in the Premier League and Serie A, which increases the chances of closing a deal close to €30 million.
Araujo and Cubarsí force his departure
Christensen's departure is not a total surprise within the locker room. Although he has been a reliable player with outstanding performances, he never managed to establish himself as an undisputed starter. This season, with the emergence of Cubarsí and the growth of Ronald Araújo, the Dane has been losing prominence.
In addition, the German coach is looking for a more dynamic defensive line, with center-backs who have greater anticipation and clean ball distribution. In that profile, Christensen doesn't quite fit. For this reason, his departure is seen as a logical move, both in sporting and financial terms.
Nico's arrival is key
The top priority is none other than Nico Williams. The Athletic Club striker is an obsession for the blaugrana sports management. This is a signing that could immediately raise the team's offensive level. But his release clause, close to €60 million, forces the club to maneuver intelligently.
That's why the Christensen operation is key. With his departure, Barça would gain salary margin and liquidity to confidently approach the signing of the Navarrese winger. In addition, his sale doesn't excessively weaken the squad, thanks to the trust that exists in the young homegrown center-backs.
The Dane has already shown professionalism and won't put obstacles in the way of his departure. In fact, several clubs have contacted his entourage to learn about his willingness. Barça expects the situation to be solved before the official start of the July transfer window.