As part of its preparations for the new season, Barcelona is moving decisively to restructure its squad during the summer transfer window, aiming to strengthen the team with new players suited to the vision of new head coach Hansi Flick.
Barcelona is looking to build on its success after securing a domestic treble and reaching the Champions League final and now finds itself considering an unexpected scenario.
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According to the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Barcelona continues to explore the transfer market in search of opportunities to reinforce its squad. In recent hours, the name of Bradley Barcola, a 22-year-old French winger from Paris Saint-Germain, has emerged as a notable option being considered by Deco and his team.
Barcola’s situation at PSG has shifted significantly, particularly after the club’s recent signing of Georgian star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, their headline acquisition in the winter transfer window. This addition has made regular playing time more difficult for Barcola. The strong performances of Ousmane Dembélé, who has found consistency under Luis Enrique, have further complicated Barcola’s position in the squad.
Amid growing concerns about his reduced role, Barcola’s camp has begun exploring possible exits, with Barcelona standing out as one of the most appealing destinations. The Catalan club sees him as a potential fit within Hansi Flick’s new sporting project, and a player who could form an exciting attacking partnership with Lamine Yamal.
Barcelona has been actively searching for a young, creative winger with room to develop. While Lamine Yamal is considered a cornerstone of the club’s future, the coaching staff and management believe the team still lacks depth on the flanks. Barcola offers the desired attributes: pace, technical ability, and a talent for breaking down defenses in one-on-one situations.
The financial aspect remains one of Barcelona’s biggest hurdles in completing new signings. However, in Barcola’s case, there may be a viable solution. PSG paid approximately €45 million for him, and it’s believed they may be open to a sale at a similar price.
Another possibility is a loan deal with an option to buy, which would allow Barcelona to secure the player without a large upfront financial commitment. In addition, the strong relationship between Deco and PSG’s sporting director Luis Campos could play a key role in smoothing negotiations.
Sources close to the player say that Barcola is eager to join Barcelona and play alongside Lamine Yamal, as he feels his playing style matches well with the club’s footballing philosophy. Both players are quick, dynamic, and capable of making a decisive impact in the attacking third.
For his part, Hansi Flick has already given his initial approval to Barcola’s potential arrival, believing he could add valuable attacking depth and serve as a key solution in tightly contested matches.
