FC Barcelona wants to get rid of 17 players

A lively summer awaits FC Barcelona, ​​both in terms of departures and arrivals. But perhaps a little more in the direction of departures nonetheless. After an unsuccessful season, characterized by an elimination in the quarter-finals of C1, loss of the championship title and an elimination in the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey, the Catalan club wants to take new steps with a view to next season. In this sense, El Desmarque takes a position this Wednesday on the players likely to leave Barça in the coming weeks. Without much surprise, Marcos Alonso, undermined by a back injury since December and condemned to a replacement role, will pack up at the end of his contract. Several loan players could also imitate him, viz Sergiño Dest (PSV), who had declared that he had no intention of returning as long as Xavi was there, or even Clement Lengletfor whom a way out will be sought.

Julian Araujo (Las Palmas) and Alex Valle (Levante), who are performing well in their respective clubs, should have a chance when they return, at least during the pre-season. But if Xavi is not convinced, Barça will look for a temporary exit. For the Moroccan Chad Riadthe chances of seeing Betis exercise their €3m purchase option are increasing day by day, and the chances of seeing them return to Catalonia are decreasing. Pablo Torrelacking playing time in Girona, and Ansu Fatislowed down by a knee injury during his time at Brighton, was set to be loaned out again. El Desmarque specifies that Barça’s only satisfaction among its loan players is Eric Garcia, praised by Xavi in ​​recent days. The Spanish national team player will most likely return.

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What about the Portuguese internationals? João Cancelo And Joao Felix ? For the media, the only chance to see them stay at Barça is through a loan extension. The first, an untouchable keeper but who has lost momentum in recent weeks, is still highly regarded by Xavi. The other has seen his playing time decline in recent months. Jorge Mendes may have an intimate relationship with Joan Laporta, but it is almost unthinkable that Barça would offer the two players in the form of two direct transfers. Another player, and not least, is likely to leave Catalonia: Ronald Araujo. The Uruguayan’s popularity has fallen drastically for weeks and in the event of a colossal offer he will not be accepted, especially if Eric Garcia returns and the promising Mika Faye moves up to the first team.

In the midfield, El Desmarque makes sure of that Frenkie de Jong And Pedro will be put on the market if attractive offers arise. Surprising information, but understandable given that the club is not going through the most prosperous period in its history on a financial level. The first also receives one of the highest salaries in the dressing room, while the second has a number of injuries. Raphinha can also fly to other skies, especially since the assessment in the English market remains undamaged. Robert Lewandowskiwho will blow out his 36th candle this summer, will not be selected either Oriol Romeu, whose arrival last summer looks like a real casting mistake. Finally, it remains to be seen what Barça will do with their Brazilian prodigy Vitor Roque (19), who is expected to be the club’s future number 9 but has struggled to prove himself since his arrival. The idea of ​​a loan is gaining more and more momentum in the Iberian press. In short: The summer will not be easy for Barcelona.