Barcelona anticipate high-profile departures, with Robert Lewandowski already leaving and Marc Casado potentially following. Casado has struggled to secure a first-team role, and Barcelona may need midfield coverage if he exits. Barcelona do not plan to spend money in the transfer market to replace him, believing the midfield is already well stocked with Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, Marc Bernal, Dani Olmo, Pedri, and Fermin Lopez. Casado has received lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia but has expressed loyalty to the club. Barcelona view any transfer fee received as pure profit due to his homegrown status. Tommy Marques is identified as the natural successor, with Hansi Flick planning to bring him into pre-season despite limited competitive minutes. Marques has drawn comparisons to Frenkie de Jong, who has served as a role model.
"Marques is said to have drawn comparisons to Frenkie de Jong in some of his movements and touches during his appearances for the reserve side, and De Jong himself has been something of a role model for the youngster."
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