Barcelona director’s crucial to-do list for the summer – report

Barcelona’s plans for the summer transfer window are beginning to take shape, as the club will be looking to turn over a new leaf after a dismal campaign.

Alongside securing new signings, Barcelona will focus on player departures, contract renewals, and the return of players from loan spells.

Contract discussions

Now, according to SPORT Barcelona intend to carry out interviews with several more agents of the team.

The aim is to discuss the past season’s performance and share the club’s initial plans for the upcoming year. For some players, like Hector Fort and Sergi Roberto, these meetings are also a chance to discuss contract renewals.

When it comes to contract discussions, Barcelona mostly highlights that the club has a plan, but it depends on financial fair play laws.

To be able to function under the 1:1 spending ratio, they will need to sell some players in order to comply with La Liga’s financial regulations.

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Transfer plans

There are still a few games left in the season, thus Xavi Hernandez has not yet had conversations with any players who might be affected by possible transfers.

The report argues that these talks are slated for later in May and are meant for players who may be asked to evaluate transfer offers.

Moreover, Barcelona’s technical department has worked with Xavi to create a plan that details precise steps to take in different situations.

A wishlist for new arrivals and departures is part of this plan, along with backup plans in case complications arise.

For example, the signing of Guido Rodriguez is ready to go forward in the defensive midfield position; yet, it might be delayed if a higher-profile player like Joshua Kimmich becomes a feasible goal.

Time will tell how Barcelona fare in the transfer window, but it is certain to be a hectic one for the Catalan giants.