Barcelona’s summer transfer plans are already taking shape, with the club needing to make decisions on several players ahead of the new season.
The arrival of a new campaign has created uncertainty for some squad members, particularly those facing fierce competition for regular playing time.
One player currently assessing his options is midfielder Marc Casado, whose future at Camp Nou has become a major talking point.
The 22-year-old has rejected an offer from Turkish football as he looks for the next chapter of his career, as per SPORT.
Casado’s priority is believed to be remaining in one of Europe’s major competitions, despite interest arriving from different markets.
The midfielder has not completely closed the door on a move to Al Hilal, especially with Jorge Mendes involved in discussions with the Saudi club over a possible deal for Barcelona defender Joao Cancelo.
However, Casado’s main focus is believed to be finding an opportunity where he can play regularly and continue developing.
His situation changed after discussions with Hansi Flick, who highlighted the difficulty of securing consistent minutes due to Barcelona’s stacked midfield options.
The presence of Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Gavi and Marc Bernal means Marc Casado could face limited opportunities if he remains at the club.
Barcelona are willing to listen to offers and are reportedly targeting around €20 million for the academy graduate.
Selling him before June 30 would allow the club to register the full amount as profit, making the timing of any potential departure important.
Interest has emerged from Spain and the Premier League, with clubs attracted by Casado’s technical ability and experience at Barcelona.
For now, the midfielder is carefully considering his options, but his next move could determine the direction of his career.
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