Laporta has been negotiating for some time and it seems that he is close to reaching an agreement. This was released by El Chiringuito journalist José Álvarez, indicating that the president could close two very important renewals in one go for Barça. We are talking about Gavi and Pedri, two young players considered untouchable in the future for Barça. Their contracts ended in 2026 and it is expected that they'll soon sign their extensions until 2030.
José Álvarez said in the latest program: "Barça has been negotiating for weeks with two very important players who had contracts until 2026. Both negotiations are going very well. We are talking about contracts until 2030 for both of them. Their renewal is imminent. These are the cases of Gavi and Pedri."
Far from stopping here, José Álvarez concluded: "Barça is working toward the 1:1 rule in January. If it is achieved, these renewals would be announced and registered. It is imminent."
Gavi and Pedri: Laporta Secures Their Future at Barça until 2030
At all times, what Joan Laporta was clear about was that he couldn't let any of them get away. Both Gavi and Pedri are considered two essential pieces in the construction of the future of Barça.
It is true that Gavi has started off a bit worse, having recently recovered from a long-term injury. However, the reality is that there's no doubt at Barça. The youth player is a key player and he couldn't leave. Neither of the two parties had any doubts when it came to negotiations.
Meanwhile, Pedri has made it clear that he can be one of the best in the world in his position under Hansi Flick. At times there were doubts about his continuity due to his history with injuries, but this has changed. The German's methodology suits him much better and he's been in top physical condition for some time now.
As if that weren't enough, he has adapted perfectly to the role of joining the midfielder that Flick has asked of him. Pedri is the beacon of current Barça and, when he is in good shape, he is unstoppable. The renewal was given top priority in order to try to reach an agreement as soon as possible and there wasn't any kind of problem.
José Álvarez explained it: Laporta has already done it. Gavi and Pedri have renewed their contracts with FC Barcelona until 2030. The locker room already knows it and is delighted.