Hansi Flick has ambitious plans for next season at Barcelona, with his priorities including signing two players who could make a significant impact on the team without the need for transfer fees.
Both players will be out of contract with their current clubs, which opens the door for Barcelona to negotiate a move to Camp Nou without a huge financial outlay. While signing one of the players, who is closely linked to the German coach, is an expected move, the other name comes as a surprise given his professional profile and exceptional career.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper “El Nacional”, Flick’s first target is to sign Joshua Kimmich, the international midfielder who has been one of the standout players at Bayern Munich over the past decade.
Flick knows Kimmich well, having worked with him during successful periods at Bayern and the German national team. Signing Kimmich would not only add a top-class leader, but would also provide Barcelona with important versatility in midfield, in line with the style of play that Flick hopes to implement.
The second name on Flick’s list is somewhat of a surprise in the Barcelona camp. Heung-Min Son, Tottenham Hotspur’s star player, continues to impress in the Premier League despite being 32, making him an exciting prospect for Barcelona.
While some may view his age as a potential obstacle, Flick believes Son’s experience and professionalism make him an ideal addition to the attacking line for the next season or two.
Son brings great pace, competitiveness, and goal-scoring ability, qualities that will be invaluable to a team brimming with young talent.
What makes these deals special is that both players will be available on free transfers, which would ease the financial pressure on Barcelona under La Liga’s Financial Fair Play regulations.
However, the high salaries of Kimmich and Son could pose a challenge in negotiations, although Deco’s sporting department is working to find solutions to facilitate these moves.
If the negotiations are successful, Kimmich and Son will be strong additions to Barcelona, strengthening both the midfield and attack. With these signings, Flick aims to build a balanced team capable of competing on all fronts next season.