The atmosphere at Barça is one of absolute optimism in recent months, having achieved great sporting successes and clearly betting on La Masia. Since Hansi Flick arrived, everything has changed and now the club is once again aiming for all the titles. The club doesn't want this to change next season, betting on competitive signings that will keep the squad at the top of Europe.
But there's a problem: there's not room for everyone. The current FC Barcelona squad is too large, so some departures are needed. One of the most overbooked positions is midfield, with footballers of indisputable quality. This means that a "painful" departure must happen there, and all eyes are on the same person...
Marc Bernal closes the door on Casadó
The consequence of Marc Bernal's recovery is seen in Casadó, another of FC Barcelona's great midfielders. From Barça, the club has opened the doors for him to secure a great sale, trying to return definitively to the 1:1 rule and to be able to register players without issues.
He doesn't lack offers, to the point that Atlético de Madrid is willing to pay "immediately" the €30 million that Barça is asking for. At 21, he's set to leave, being the main casualty of a very crowded and high-quality midfield, mainly formed in La Masia.
Marc Casadó is at the end of the line for Flick, and the least painful sale among all the painful ones. He's been put on the market and, with a contract in force until 2028, the club is asking €30 million for him. He has a €100 million release clause and, although a few months ago he was promised a renewal, he still hasn't received any firm offer.
Atlético bets on Casadó
A new midfielder is needed at the Metropolitano after the high-profile departure of De Paul to Inter Miami. All eyes are on Casadó, who would fit perfectly into Simeone's plans.
The sad reality for the Catalan is that among Marc Bernal, Pedri, Gavi, and De Jong, he's at the end of the line for Hansi. It's not easy for him, a true Barcelona fan, and it seems he's decided to reject all approaches that come his way. He's waiting for a conversation with the coach, in which his place in the squad will be made clear.
Right now, the outlook for Casadó isn't very promising and Atlético de Madrid want to take advantage of it. He's a bargain and is available for only €30 million. It's an unmatched opportunity.