As Xavi himself expressed after the loss to Girona, a lot of things need to be changed at FC Barcelona ahead of the next season. This is particularly true for the team, which needs several reinforcements in the coming summer transfer window.
But making these signings will only be possible if the Catalans are able to return to the 1:1 rule, which will allow all of their revenue from player sales to be spent on new signings. The Blaugranes are already working towards this goal, and it is hoped that they will be able to achieve it in the coming weeks.
But planning is already underway at the club for the summer transfer window, and according to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona are thinking of bringing in three or four new players this summer to replace some of the key players, like Busquets and Dembele, lost last year.
The top priority of the Catalans is still a midfield pivot, with Joshua Kimmich and Martin Zubimendi being the most favoured players. Both these players have been linked with the Catalans for some time now, and Kimmich can leave for an affordable price this summer as his contract goes only till 2025, and he has not agreed on a renewal yet.
Zubimendi, who has fulfilled the dream of playing for his beloved Real Sociedad side in the Champions League before leaving for greener pastures, can decide either to join Barcelona or an English club this summer. Guido Rodriguez is also a candidate for Barcelona for this position, especially as he can arrive for free.
After the pivot, the Catalans will also be looking to sign a left winger, and Dani Olmo and Nico Williams are the two players on the top of the list for Barcelona for this position. The former has a release clause of €60 million while the latter’s release clause stands at €50 million.
Bernardo Silva also remains one of Xavi’s great dreams for his midfield, and his release clause is currently set at €58 million. Olmo can also play as an interior in the midfield.
Lastly, as the team struggled with finishing its chances in front of goal, a goal-scorer can be the last summer arrival for Barcelona. However, the future of Robert Lewandowski will have to be sorted before another striker arrives at the club.
