Manchester City star gives green light to Barcelona move

The idea is to add experience and versatility at the back without committing to an excessively expensive operation, especially given the financial constraints that still shape much of the club’s planning.

In this context, attention has once again turned to the Premier League champions, where a proven, title‑winning profile has emerged as a serious option for a defensive refresh.

The player in question is a 31‑year‑old Manchester City defender, Nathan Aké, who has effectively given the green light to a move to Barcelona, with reports indicating that he is open to trading the Etihad for Camp Nou at the end of the season, as reported by Diario Sport.

The veteran, capable of operating both centrally and on the left side of defence, is seen as an ideal short‑term solution: experienced at the highest level, tactically flexible, and comfortable in a possession‑heavy, front‑foot system.

His willingness to consider Barcelona’s proposal significantly strengthens Deco’s hand as the sporting director explores formulas ranging from a low‑cost transfer to a contract that fits within the club’s salary structure.

Crucially, the player’s age and contractual situation at Manchester City could allow Barça to strike on relatively favourable terms compared to younger, long‑contract alternatives on the market.

From Manchester City’s perspective, the operation would also make sense at this stage of the defender’s career.

With intense competition for places and a natural desire to refresh the squad, allowing a 31‑year‑old to leave for a top club abroad can be framed as a respectful exit and a financially logical decision.

For the player himself, the chance to become a central figure in Barcelona’s defensive plan, rather than a rotational option in a stacked City side, is an attractive final‑prime move.

If negotiations advance as expected, this could become one of the key defensive storylines of Barcelona’s summer.