A Barcelona star faces imminent contract termination with the club seriously considering an early exit from Camp Nou.
With Hansi Flick prioritising stability between the posts amid a title-chasing campaign, the technical staff are weighing financial and tactical factors that could trigger a contractual escape clause this summer.
Recent performances and long-term planning have intensified discussions, forcing the Blaugrana to balance immediate needs with fiscal prudence under ongoing salary cap constraints.
That goalkeeper is Wojciech Szczęsny, the Polish veteran whose short-term deal includes a clause allowing Barcelona to study termination options before its natural expiry.
Signed last summer as emergency cover following injuries and uncertainty around Marc-André ter Stegen, the 35-year-old initially provided reliable backup but now finds his role diminished with Joan García’s emergence as the undisputed No. 1.
Reports from Diario Sport indicate the club is actively evaluating the clause, viewing it as a pathway to free up wages and register new targets amid La Liga’s strict financial regulations.
Szczęsny’s experience—423 Juventus appearances and a Euro 2024 standout—brought composure during turbulent times, including key clean sheets in La Liga and Copa del Rey ties.
Yet at his age, and with García’s long-term potential locked in, Barcelona sees little upside in extending beyond the current terms.
The clause offers flexibility: execute it to avoid renewal obligations, or retain him as a seasoned deputy if injuries strike again.
Contract runs until mid-2026, but the board prefers trimming high-earner deals to fund defensive reinforcements like Bastoni or Romero.
This scenario underscores Flick’s ruthless squad overhaul, mirroring exits like Koundé’s potential sale.
Szczęsny remains professional, training diligently, but insiders suggest he’s braced for an exit, possibly back to Serie A or Poland. Saudi Pro League interest lingers, offering lucrative prospects.
For Barcelona, activating the clause signals ambition—prioritising youth and sustainability to chase silverware.
As evaluations continue, this goalkeeping saga could reshape the Camp Nou pecking order before the summer window.
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