Barcelona squad revolution underway as Laporta is set to fulfil his promise

Cuts in Barcelona’s roster have been deemed essential owing to the Catalans’ tussles with financial fair play.

But besides the need to comply with La Liga’s stringent financial regulations, player departures might also result from underperformance and an inability to reach the required sporting level.

Following Barcelona’s disappointing 4-2 loss to Girona, the club’s vulnerabilities became even more apparent, which has only reinforced the need for adjustments.

Laporta will stay true to his word

As reported by SPORT, Joan Laporta is set to follow through on his 2021 promise that “losing will have consequences,” with plans for a major squad overhaul this summer.

Barça’s loss to Girona has arguably served as the breaking point, suggesting that significant changes are in store.

Indeed, some well-established players may be on their way out this summer. This could apply to players who have fallen short of expectations or veterans whose contracts are about to expire.

Frenkie de Jong has been reportedly placed on the transfer market, while Sergi Roberto’s exit cannot be ruled out as he nears the end of his contract.

Barcelona targeting top talents

Simultaneously, new arrivals in the summer transfer window will surely be on the club’s agenda.

Promising prospects and seasoned players who can instantly enhance the team will likely be Barcelona’s main targets. Signing a defensive midfielder presently remains the club’s top priority, with Joshua Kimmich emerging as a strong candidate.

Xavi Hernandez is also keen on strengthening the central midfield position, with reports arguing that the coach has his eyes set on Bernardo Silva and Xavi Simons.

Whether Barcelona can act on these ambitions will largely depend on their financial stability this summer.

Still, with Laporta committed to revamping the squad, Barcelona are expected to observe significant changes in the forthcoming transfer window.