Looking ahead to next season, Barça won't reinforce the pivot position. Since Sergio Busquets's departure, the management combed the market in search of a defensive midfielder. However, after several attempts, they couldn't find a player up to the legendary "5" culé.
Names like Arthur Melo, Pjanic, and Oriol Romeu, among others, were tried, but none convinced. The difficulty of replacing Busquets is notable, and this has led to considering internal solutions. The trust is now placed in a young talent who has been gaining prominence.
Marc Bernal: Hope for Barça's midfield
Marc Bernal, who already debuted under Hansi Flick, is the great bet for the midfield. This midfielder was captain of the 2007 generation, where he stood out alongside Cubarsí and Lamine. His technical quality and leadership are beyond doubt, although a serious injury halted his growth this season.
Despite the setback, the club fully trusts that Bernal will be the midfield reference for the next season. His return marks a change in sports planning and generates optimism among the fans.
Thomas Partey: Midfielder who bids farewell
This internal bet has had an immediate effect on the market. A midfielder who was strongly rumored to join Barça's squad is finally out of the equation. We are talking about Thomas Partey, who had been linked for months to a possible signing by Barça.
Partey, whose contract was ending this summer, seemed ready to join the team at no cost. However, the latest news has taken an unexpected turn that surprises many fans.
Mikel Arteta secures Partey's renewal
Thomas Partey will renew his contract with Arsenal, where Mikel Arteta keeps fully trusting him. This renewal definitively closes the door to the signing and changes Barça's strategy for the midfield. Partey's continuity in England strengthens Arteta's team.
The decision confirms that the midfielder will remain a key piece in the London scheme. This makes it clear that the priority in this market is to bet on homegrown talents and give a new direction to the game.
With Marc Bernal as the standard-bearer, Barça's midfield will experience a silent but deep renewal. The focus on youth and homegrown talent takes center stage in sports planning. The market has spoken, and the culé revolution has already begun.