Barça is planning its squad for the next season, and among the priorities is strengthening the right-back position. Someone capable of giving Jules Koundé a break and tightening the screws at certain times is needed, with Fort seen as very far from the required level. Hansi Flick has requested a signing in that position, and Deco intends to do so, having several names on the table.
Much has been said in recent months about Andrei Ratiu's arrival at Barcelona, with various media outlets taking it for granted. However, the high value of his release clause, which Rayo Vallecano refers to, makes the operation highly complicated at Camp Nou. It costs 25 million euros, and it is considered that his level is not high enough to pay that amount.
Givairo Read, From Feyenoord, Gains Strength
In the midst of the search for a right-back, Deco seems to have found the key in the Netherlands, where Givairo Read from Feyenoord is located. Sport has revealed that the Dutchman meets many of the parameters that Barça is looking for: young (18 years old), growing career, can play on both sides, and low price.
In this regard, the mentioned information has indicated that there have already been people from Barça personally following Givairo Read's performances. They really like how he is playing, and his low price makes the operation viewed very favorably. He has a contract with Feyenoord until 2029, and a negotiation could be closed for less than 10 million euros.
Andrei Ratiu Raises Doubts
With so many right-backs on the market, Barça is clear that they will not make any economic madness with this reinforcement. Andrei Ratiu is very appealing, but this move leaves several doubts in the sports management led by Deco. The main one is his price of 25 million euros, but not only that: also his age. He would arrive at 27 years old and on a not very high evolutionary curve.
The case of Givairo Read would be completely different. Although he would have to adapt to Barcelona and grow, the reality is that he is considered to have a great future ahead. He is important at Feyenoord, and his play style is very appealing to both Hansi Flick and Deco. It remains to be seen what will end up happening, but the list is long and doesn't stop at the Romanian Ratiu.