Barça's delicate financial situation means they have to keep a close eye on the free agent market. In 2025 there will be several important names on the table and Deco doesn't want to lose sight of them. However, he already knows that Hansi Flick doesn't want one of the most interesting ones. We are talking about Heung-min Son, whose contract with Tottenham ends on June 30.
El Nacional has discovered that Heung-min Son has no intention of renewing his contract with Tottenham and will change teams in 2025. Although he can't legally negotiate with anyone yet, his phone is ringing and Barça is among those interested.
Deco has expressed interest in the possibility of taking Son for free next season. He's a player who would strengthen the offensive line and provide more experience to a very young team. He likes him and would fit in with the economic conditions imposed by Barça. However, he didn't expect Hansi Flick's response at all: he doesn't want him.
Hansi Flick Rejects Him: Heung-min Son Will Not Play for Barça
Flick is clear that Son is a player of incredible skill but prefers other options. He's 32 years old and the German coach has other possibilities in mind to reinforce the forward line. At La Masia there are players of great talent who could fit his profile and with a cheaper salary.
Heung-min Son's priority was to try out other leagues. He would've liked to be able to wear the Barça jersey, although he already knows it will be difficult. He has plenty of interested parties in the Premier League, while he has also attracted the interest of several top teams in Germany.
Hansi Flick Thinks about La Masia
Having rejected the possibility of reinforcing the squad with a player of the caliber of Heung-min Son, what Hansi Flick is clear about is that it's time to turn to La Masia. A youth player he likes a lot is Unai Hernández, who has similar soccering abilities to the Asian. Deco knows this and has reportedly given his approval.
Hansi Flick continues to make changes to the Barça squad and shape it to his liking. Heung-min Son is ruled out, so he will rely on the youth team for attack. His priority is to take advantage of the free agent market to strengthen the defense.