Transfer troubles for Barcelona as backup winger target’s exit complicated – report

Barcelona’s pursuit of strengthening their squad for the upcoming La Liga season has led them to consider various options, and one name that has surfaced is Kingsley Coman.

Despite the club’s interest, the reality of securing Coman’s departure from Bayern Munich this season seems to be a formidable challenge. According to journalist Jordi Gil, writing for SPORT, Barcelona’s hopes of landing the French winger appear slim.

With the start of La Liga fast approaching, Barcelona are racing against time to bolster their team. The Catalan giants have their eyes set on a left winger, a crucial piece for their tactical plans this season.

Initially, Nico Williams was the top target for Barcelona. However, despite their best efforts, prying him away from Bilbao seems increasingly unlikely.

Coman is being considered by Barcelona

Amidst this scenario, Barcelona turned their attention to Coman, a familiar figure to manager Hansi Flick, who worked with the winger during their successful stint at Bayern Munich.

Kingsley Coman is wanted by Hansi Flick at Barcelona. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images)

The club are reportedly considering a loan deal with an option to buy, which could serve as a short-term solution while they plan for a more significant investment in the future.

Furthermore, Flick’s familiarity with Coman adds another layer of appeal to this potential deal. The two shared a successful period at Bayern Munich, where Coman played a pivotal role in the club’s historic sextuple-winning campaign.

This history could be crucial in convincing Coman to make the move to Barcelona. However, as per the report, his departure from Bayern Munich is seen as ‘very complicated’ although the reason behind it is unclear.

Despite the obstacles, Barcelona are positioning themselves strategically, monitoring the situation closely. They are prepared to make a move if the opportunity arises, particularly if Coman’s salary demands can be adjusted to fit within Barcelona’s financial framework.