"The context for these offers is clear. Barcelona's centre-back depth has been severely weakened, and Hansi Flick has expressed serious concerns about how the situation could impact the campaign. Internally, Flick has warned that the current defensive scenario could "ruin" the season if it is not handled correctly. As a result, he has asked the club to carefully review every single proposal, even if they do not fit into the club's long-term vision."
"Now, Barcelona have indeed received formal proposals from experienced international defenders who are fully aware that their stay would likely last just six months, with little chance of continuing beyond the summer. Players from England, Italy, and Germany see the opportunity to wear the Blaugrana shirt, even temporarily, as attractive. However, doubts remain over their sporting suitability and physical readiness. Despite this, Barcelona's sporting leadership believes it will be impossible to finalise any transfer operation in January."
Barcelona have received short-term offers from experienced international centre-backs in the Premier League, Serie A and the Bundesliga for six-month emergency deals. The centre-back roster has been severely weakened by Ronald Araujo's ongoing absence and Andreas Christensen's injury, prompting Hansi Flick to warn the defensive situation could ruin the season if not handled correctly. Sporting management is cautious and views proposed players as emergency solutions rather than long-term signings. Doubts exist over the offered players' ability to significantly raise standards or their physical readiness. Sporting leadership believes finalising any January transfer is unlikely.
Read at Barca Universal
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