Deco has been key in Barça's rebuilding during this summer transfer window. He has managed to fulfill several requests from coach Hansi Flick. However, he hasn't been able to carry out all the moves he had in mind.
Among the pending operations, there is one that is especially concerning in the blaugrana offices. It's about strengthening the center forward position. The need to find a medium-term replacement is becoming increasingly evident.
Robert Lewandowski remains a reference point, but the wear and tear is already noticeable. Meanwhile, Ferran Torres has shined more when coming off the bench. That's why Deco considers it urgent to finalize an offensive signing.
Deco analyzes new options for Barça after problems with the '9' and Lewandowski's uncertain future
In recent weeks, Barça has been linked with several high-profile names. Isak, Haaland, and Julián Álvarez have been among the candidates. But none of these operations have gone beyond mere interest.
Now, another candidate drops off the list. It's a young talent that many took for granted in the future of Spanish soccer. His arrival seemed logical due to the ties he has with some of the locker room leaders.
This striker fit perfectly into the German coach's playing style. Young, powerful, a goal scorer, and with great potential for the future. But the outcome has been completely unexpected for the Culers.
Benjamin Sesko closely linked with Barça
The name that was on the agenda is Benjamin Sesko, Dani Olmo's teammate at Leipzig. Both understand each other perfectly on and off the field. Their personal relationship fueled the dream of seeing him at Camp Nou.
However, the Slovenian's camp is already negotiating his transfer with Manchester United. The deal is advanced and his price will be around €90 million. An amount that, as of today, is unaffordable for Barça.
Dani Olmo has admitted internally that he regrets the decision. He believes Sesko would have been an ideal signing for Flick's system. But the striker's destiny seems to be in the Premier League.
Barça withdraws from the race for Sesko and Deco will seek more affordable offensive alternatives
Barça still has many financial limitations to compete with Europe's giants. Although Deco has worked intelligently, he can't complete every deal. Sesko is one of the great missed opportunities.
His potential is indisputable and experts see him as one of the future reference points in Europe. Manchester United has acted quickly and will sign him before he fully explodes. For Barça, it's time to look at other options, and for Dani Olmo, there's the sadness of seeing how his friend won't wear Barça's jersey.