Barcelona transfer plans focused on four signings this summer

As explained by MD, Barcelona’s priority is focused on four signings in the summer. One of them is indeed a centre-back, and they say that Bastoni intends to do what he can to push through a move. Julian Alvarez remains the dream option for the number nine spot, but there is an acknowledgement that any move would be highly difficult, and a budget of €100m has been set for his signing. Hence why Barcelona are being linked with other options.

The other two priorities are a winger on the left flank to replace Marcus Rashford, with Barcelona now unlikely to activate their buy option on the Manchester United loanee, and retaining Joao Cancelo. The Portuguese veteran appears to have earned his continuity at the club, but parent club Al-Hilal are keen to bring in some sort of compensation.

Alternatives to Marcus Rashford

Barcelona have been linked with several alternatives to Rashford, including former La Masia talents Victor Munoz and Jan Virgili. The Osasuna winger is considered the most complete player, but Real Madrid’s buyback option makes the deal difficult.  He has a release clause of €40m, while Benfica’s Andreas Schjelderup, another option, is expected to cost between €30m and €40m too.