Hansi Flick demands three key signings from Barcelona in January, issuing an urgent transfer ultimatum to reinforce the squad.
With La Liga registration rules stabilizing and key departures like Robert Lewandowski’s potential exit looming, the German coach has identified critical squad gaps in defense, midfield, and attack.
These free-agent opportunities align perfectly with Deco’s prudent strategy, allowing immediate competitiveness while preserving wage flexibility for Hansi Flick’s high-pressing system.
The trio comprises Marcos Senesi, Leon Goretzka, and Dušan Vlahović—all entering contract expiry and reportedly open to Camp Nou moves, as reported by Fichajes.
Senesi, Bournemouth’s 28-year-old Argentine center-back, brings Premier League-proven solidity, boasting 85% pass accuracy and aerial dominance, to fill the void left by Íñigo Martínez’s departure.
Goretzka, Bayern’s physical powerhouse, offered himself to reunite with Hansi Flick, offering box-to-box energy despite recent form dips.
Vlahović, Juventus’ 25-year-old Serbian striker, emerges as Lewandowski’s heir with 24 goals last season.
Flick’s blueprint prioritizes Senesi for left-sided defensive balance, addressing Pau Cubarsí’s overburdening alongside Jules Koundé and Ronald Araújo.
Hansi Flick values his progressive passing (6.2 per 90) and duels won (65%), ideal for build-up under pressure.
Goretzka would add midfield muscle, rotating with Pedri and Gavi while reaching the penalty area—averaging 1.8 shots per game in 2025/26—reviving his peak Bayern output under Flick.
Vlahović completes the puzzle as a clinical No. 9, blending physicality (winning 62% headers) with hold-up play to sustain Barcelona’s attack beyond Lewandowski’s tenure.
All three have Flick’s explicit backing, with pre-contract talks possible from January.
Senesi suits Hansi Flick’s structured backline; Goretzka fuels transitions; Vlahović ensures goals.
This free-agent masterstroke circumvents Barcelona’s 1:1 rule constraints, leveraging expiring deals amid competition from Premier League clubs.
Goretzka’s personal outreach and Vlahović’s stalled Juventus renewal accelerate progress.
If secured, these signings transform vulnerabilities into strengths, positioning Barcelona for domestic dominance and Champions League revival under Hansi Flick’s exacting vision.
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