Barça faces a decisive summer regarding registrations. The arrival of Nico Williams and Joan García is practically finalized. However, the wage bill and the squad limit require a thorough clean-up of the roster.
Hansi Flick, with a firm hand, has made his blacklist clear: seven players he won't count on this season. The board and Deco are working to find them an exit and make room for the new talents.
Ansu Fati, a difficult but necessary decision
The forward remains a gem with infinite potential, but Flick believes his physical inconsistency and performance don't fit into the immediate project. In addition, his high salary complicates the wage balance. Barça is considering a loan to Monaco so he can regain rhythm and confidence, although a sale isn't ruled out.
Ter Stegen, a bomb to be defused
He is on the way out. His high salary and the need to balance the squad force the club to consider his sale. Flick wants to bet on Wojciech Szczesny as backup goalkeeper.
Oriol Romeu, out of the project
The Catalan midfielder has barely been considered by Flick since his arrival. His role is marginal and the board sees it as a priority to free up his salary in order to register the young reinforcements. He is open to negotiating his departure in search of playing time and prominence.
Pau Víctor, no place in the first team
The young defender has shown quality, but Barça doesn't see him ready for a stable role in the squad. To make room for Joan García and other young players, Pau Víctor could leave on loan or be transferred. The focus is on giving minutes to footballers with more immediate potential.
Pablo Torre, stagnant and in demand
The attacking midfielder hasn't managed to break through. Flick doesn't consider him a key piece and the club is studying offers to let him go. This would free up wage bill and allow for a reorganization of the midfield.
Although he is projected as a future backup goalkeeper, his salary must fit within the wage limit. Flick gives him prominence to help him grow, but the priority is to adjust the squad and his situation could change depending on the needs.
Christensen, an alternative but with doubts
The Danish center-back arrived as an option to strengthen the defense, but Flick doesn't see him as indispensable. His departure would free up space to register new signings and adjust the wage bill.
Ultimately, Barça faces a summer where, beyond bringing in talent, it must get rid of dead weight.
Hansi Flick has been firm with his blacklist and the board is already looking for exits to free up the wage bill. Also to be able to register Nico Williams and Joan García, two signings with Barça DNA who define the new era.