Although a number of signings have been made, The plans of FC Barcelona in the transfer market have not yet reached a standstill. The club continues to monitor players in the market and desires to strengthen the squad to the most significant degree before they march on toward the forthcoming campaign.
Financial frailties have held the Catalans significantly, but top players proceed to enter the club’s crosshairs. Links tying Joao Felix to Barcelona recently took over by storm after the player declared his admiration for the Blaugranes from an early age.
As per Mundo Deportivo, though, Barcelona’s list of priorities currently does not include Felix in a primary position. Instead, Xavi and the coaching staff have their eyes set on Bernardo Silva, who is also an unrealistic ambition but deemed a more sensible target on a sporting basis.
The Blaugranes appear to be interpreting Felix’s sudden fondness for Barcelona in front of the public eye as a tactical move, orchestrated owing to the player’s difficult situation at Atletico Madrid. “Barcelona has always been my first choice and I’d love to join Barça. It was always my dream since I was a kid. If it happens, it will be a dream come true for me,” he told Fabrizio Romano.
Moreover, the coaching staff sees Felix as a luxury that does not warrant emphasis in the club’s transfer market strategies. Xavi would rather accept Bernardo Silva, who has always been appreciated by the club.
The midfielder has several benefits to offer. In addition to his creative prowess, he offers availability and crucial experience in knockout competitions. In the event Pedri is injured, Bernardo can seamlessly take up greater responsibility. The fact that he is also eager to embrace the Blaugrana jersey helps his case.
For Felix to arrive, it is reported that Bernardo must first be signed. Only then would the Atletico Madrid forward’s signing will be considered. This also factors in an array of exit operations conducted by Barcelona.
