La Liga giants FC Barcelona had a very bad season, last time. Despite finishing second, they were far behind Real Madrid. His performance in the European competition was also not up to par.
So Barcelona came into the summer transfer window with an intern to sign big players who can give them a much-needed boost. Despite their financial problems, they spent a lot of money on the transfer market.
Barcelona signed Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha to strengthen their lead. Frank Kessie was brought in to bring some energy to Barcelona’s midfield. For their part, Jules Kounde, Andreas Christensen, Marcos Alonso and Héctor Bellerin joined in to reinforce their defence.
It didn’t take long for Barcelona to get back into shape. The Catalans won seven of their first eight LaLiga games. With 22 points from eight games, he is currently top of the Spanish league on goal difference.
The Barcelona looks for to reinforce two positions
However, despite their success in the Spanish league, Barcelona clearly know that their squad is still far from complete.
It became much more evident in the UEFA Champions League. Barcelona suffered two agonizing defeats against Bayern Munich and Inter Milan and then played another draw against the Nerazzurri. With only four points from four games, it seems very difficult for them to qualify for the next round.
Even if they want to maintain their good form in La Liga, they will need an arrival soon. However, according to Diario Sport, the Catalan giants already have two positions that they want to reinforce in the very window that is coming.
A new right side
The first is a new right back. Barcelona signed Héctor BellerÃn on the deadline day of the transfer window. Since then, the fullback has struggled to stay fit. Now, apart from him, Barcelona only has Sergi Roberto, who can play as an improvised right back.
Until now, they used central defenders mainly in that right-back position. But with the injuries of its main defenders, this option is also gone. Barcelona already had the objective of looking for a new right back in the summer, but it seems that now they will have to do it in the winter.
The first name that comes up is Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot. The Catalans wanted the Portuguese in the last window, yes, but they couldn’t reach an agreement. Now that his contract is coming to an end next summer, they could come back for him.
Replacement of the captain of Barcelona
The second is obviously the defensive midfield position. Despite a strong start to the season, Busquets is currently struggling in most big games. The Barcelona captain is also set to leave the club after this season.
They already have Frenkie De Jong who can play in that position. But there is uncertainty about his future. So the Blaugrana are already looking for another replacement for Busquets.
His main target, Zubimendi, has extended his contract with Real Sociedad. Now another name that has been related is that of Rubén Neves de Lobos. Neves’ agent, Mendes, currently has a great relationship with Barcelona. Therefore, the deal with the Portuguese could be the best option for the Catalans now.
However, Barcelona will need to sell players first before making any more new signings.
