Barcelona is waiting for next January to strengthen the left-back position!

Barcelona have reportedly begun planning for future transfer windows by monitoring players whose contracts are approaching expiration.

GOAL reports that the Catalan club is particularly interested in strengthening the full-back positions while remaining conscious of its financial limitations.

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Barcelona wants reinforcements for the left-back position

Several options are reportedly being considered, with RB Leipzig captain David Raum and Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell among the names being monitored.

The strategy would allow Barcelona to target players who could potentially become available without a major transfer fee. Players entering the final months of their contracts can negotiate with foreign clubs from January, making early planning important.

Barcelona already possess several options across the full-back positions, including Jules Kounde, Eric Garcia, Joao Cancelo and Alejandro Balde. Nevertheless, the club's sporting department is reportedly looking for opportunities to improve squad depth.

The possibility of recruiting Premier League players is particularly notable. Mitchell's situation at Crystal Palace could become relevant if Barcelona decide that the English defender fits their requirements.

Barcelona had previously been considering other options

Barcelona have previously considered other defensive targets, including Alejandro Grimaldo and Andrea Cambiaso, indicating that the full-back position remains an area receiving attention.

The club's financial situation means that free transfers can provide an alternative to expensive purchases. Instead of paying a substantial transfer fee, Barcelona could focus resources on wages, signing bonuses and other contractual costs.

The January transfer market could therefore become an important period for Barcelona's recruitment planning, particularly as clubs across Europe begin preparing for players whose contracts expire at the end of the season.

Hazem Mlhem |

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Hazem Mlhem est un rédacteur sportif expérimenté, animé par une passion pour le football africain.

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