Barcelona hierarchy, including manager Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco, has set their sights on a new dynamic Bayer Leverkusen star to develop the team’s attacking threat next season.
They intend to find a fast, strong, offensive-minded right-back following an impressive second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final, which sparked the idea to strengthen the team’s flanks.
Nonetheless, with excellent squad depth in place, the club hierarchy is only looking to add limited but important footballing assets in the new campaign, focused on quality over quantity.
However, with the club’s well-documented financial restrictions, it will be difficult for the club to find the top targets.
Although the right-back is an obvious area to improve, Flick will look to La Masia players if need be, if there are no attractive options, rather than forcing a new signing and incurring additional costs.
The primary target is Jeremie Frimpong, of Bayer Leverkusen, as reported by Diario Sport.
Both Flick and Deco view the 24-year-old Dutchman as the ideal fit, with his speed, strength, and relentless attacking threat aligning perfectly with Barcelona’s tactical needs.
Frimpong’s awareness of the club’s interest adds intrigue, but no formal talks or offers have materialized due to Barcelona’s tight budget.
The financial hurdle makes a move for Frimpong complex, prompting the club to explore alternatives like Fiorentina’s Dodo and Monaco’s Vanderson, provided they come at a reasonable cost.
Flick and Deco aim to conclude the season strongly before diving into the summer transfer window, where they plan to make targeted, cost-effective signings.
Barcelona’s cautious approach reflects their commitment to balancing ambition with financial prudence, ensuring any new addition significantly enhances the squad’s competitiveness without destabilizing their economic recovery.
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