Barcelona not giving up on signing a midfielder this month despite FFP limitations
Barcelona’s troubles with the Financial Fair Play continue to haunt them even today, but that hasn’t stopped them from giving up on signing a midfielder in January, writes Fernando Polo for Mundo Deportivo.
The journalist writes that the team from Catalonia is preferring a pivot midfield profile, who has a powerful frame and is proven in this department.
How can Barcelona pull off a signing?
The coaching department of Barcelona is closely closely watching the board’s negotiations to make a deal with an investment fund. The goal is to get quick money to increase the club’s salary cap, allowing them to sign new players in the winter transfer market.
Regarding the same, Xavi emphasized the need for reinforcements after Gavi’s serious injury in a recent press conference before the Barbastro game.
However, the manager is aware that the board needs to finalize a business deal to secure the necessary funds before any signings can be approved.
Both Xavi and sporting director Deco think the team needs more players, so they’re looking to add someone through the transfer market. Deco and his team have been searching for a while now.
What’s the profile they are looking for?
Barcelona are specifically looking for a midfielder who’s good at playing in front of the defence, someone who can stop the other team’s plays and take the ball.
The player should also be experienced and proven, even though it’s tough to find such players in the middle of the season.
They don’t want to sign just anyone to fill the team; they want a strong midfielder who can quickly fit into the team and handle the pressure of playing for Barcelona.
They’re not looking for a temporary solution but rather a player who can make a significant impact. One player they’re interested in is Aleix Garcia from Girona, and Barcelona believes they can get him for less than the €20 million that Girona is asking for.
Bear in mind, though, that Barcelona can only make advances once the funds from any investor are injected into the team.
