Iñaki Peña has made a firm decision: he will leave FC Barcelona at the end of this season. The young goalkeeper has informed the club that he is seeking a change due to the lack of opportunities. Ter Stegen remains the undisputed starter, and the possible arrival or continued presence of Szczęsny makes his future even more complicated.
Iñaki Peña, who came up through Barça's youth ranks, feels stuck. The secondary role he has played limits his growth. That's why he has decided to take a step forward to become a main player elsewhere.
Sevilla FC, the surprise no one expected
Sevilla FC is the team that has shown the most interest in Peña. The Sevillistas highly value his profile: young, talented, and experienced in LaLiga. For them, Peña represents a bet for the future to protect the Sánchez-Pizjuán goal.
In addition, Sevilla's play style matches the goalkeeper's qualities. They are looking to strengthen with young players who can grow and establish themselves in the long term. This proposal has strongly caught Iñaki Peña's attention, as he sees in Sevilla the opportunity to compete and be a starter.
A logical departure for Barça
FC Barcelona wouldn't stand in the way of Iñaki Peña's departure. With the possible renewal of Szczęsny, the club could strengthen the goal without the Alicante native taking up a spot on the bench.
His departure would also ease the team's wage bill, a key aspect in economic planning. The club values that Peña wants to grow and understands that it's better for both sides if he seeks playing time elsewhere.
In addition, the departure is seen as a natural step in the career of a young goalkeeper who needs to be a main player in order to develop.
A future with high expectations
Peña's move to Sevilla opens a new and exciting chapter for the goalkeeper. In Nervión, they are already preparing for his arrival with the hope that he will be a key piece in their sports project.
For Peña, this is the opportunity to show all his potential. It is clear that the goalkeeper has both present and future. His maturity and talent invite optimism that he can establish himself at a top-level club.
LaLiga will continue to enjoy a goalkeeper trained at Barça, but now with a much more prominent role. The surprise for many is that the chosen option is a Sevilla FC that is making a strong bet on him.