In addition to signing new players for the squad, another important task for FC Barcelona in this transfer window is to trim their squad and offload a number of players who are not a part of Xavi’s plans going forward.
In this regard, Mundo Deportivo has identified a number of players, whom the club is looking to sell in this window, These 9 players are mentioned and discussed below:
Clement Lenglet
The French center-back spent the last season on loan at Tottenham, as the club deemed him surplus to the requirements of the squad. The London-based side is also interested in signing the player permanently, but negotiations between the two sides have stalled for now.
The player would remain with the club if a suitable offer does not arrive and is expected to join the Barcelona pre-season camp tomorrow.
Sergino Dest
Another player who spent the last season on loan, but unlike Lenglet, Dest was unable to attract any attention while playing with AC Milan. The Catalan club is looking for a permanent transfer but may also be seduced with a loan offer if they cannot find a permanent solution for the player.
Alex Collado
Collado spent the last season on loan at Elche and has seen more sides interested in him after this loan stint. Betis is the most interested in the player, and while he is expected to leave for free, the Catalan club will probably get a percentage of proceeds from any future sale of the player.
Franck Kessie
The club got Kessie for free last summer, and is looking to sell him to get a quick profit. Xavi has conveyed to the midfielder that he will have a less prominent role in the squad next season. The player himself fears this lack of relevance, and is considering offers from Saudi Arabia, Premier League, and Bundesliga.
Pablo Torre
The youngster understands that chances will be few and far between at FC Barcelona, and is looking to go on loan to another side to ensure continuous development and growth. A number of La Liga sides, including Real Betis and Villareal, have shown an interest in him, and the player will think calmly about his next destination before making a decision.
Julian Araujo
The Mexican was signed in the winter but the club missed the deadline of registering him. The player has his future uncertain for now, but Xavi will test his abilities in the pre-season before deciding whether the player needs more experience in Europe with a loan.
Nico Gonzalez
After a loan stint at Valencia, the player is back in Catalonia, and both Xavi and the player himself want him to continue at Barcelona. However, Xavi’s decision will be based on any new arrivals and Nico’s performance during the pre-season, and the player can again go out on loan, with Betis being his preferred destination.
Ez Abde
Abde was the most promising Barcelona player who was on loan last season, and Xavi wants him in the squad for the next season. However, the player can also leave the club if a highly tempting offer comes in.
Gustavo Maia
The 22-year-old has a contract till 2025 with Barcelona, but Barcelona B coach, Rafael Marquez, does not count on the player. As a result, the club can terminate his contract, as his growth and development seem to have stalled lately.
