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Three options Barcelona are considering for backup goalkeeper spot – report
TL;DR
Barcelona is exploring three potential candidates for the backup goalkeeper position as they prepare for the summer transfer window. The club is also focusing on strengthening their squad in other key areas.
Key points
- Barcelona is considering three options for backup goalkeeper
- The club is preparing for the summer transfer window
- Key priorities include centre-forward and left-sided centre-back
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Three options Barcelona are considering for backup goalkeeper spot – report
FC Barcelona are already mapping out their strategy for the summer transfer window, with two key areas identified as priorities – centre-forward and left-sided centre-back.
However, at the same time, the Catalans’ sporting department, led by director Deco, are open to making further improvements to the squad in other positions.
A new backup goalkeeper could arrive
In that regard, The Athletic reports that Barcelona could also decide to reinforce the goalkeeping department in the summer with a new No. 2.
Joan Garcia will continue as the undisputed starter between the sticks for the Blaugrana after making a big impact since his arrival last summer.
Barcelona are also happy with the current backup goalkeeper, Wojciech Szczesny, who still has a year left on his contract.
However, the feeling within the club is that relying on the 35-year-old Pole, in case Garcia is unavailable for an extended period, might be unsustainable.
Three options being considered
Q&A
Who are the three options Barcelona is considering for backup goalkeeper?
The specific names of the three options have not been disclosed in the report.
What are Barcelona's priorities for the summer transfer window?
Barcelona's main priorities are to strengthen the centre-forward and left-sided centre-back positions.
Who is leading Barcelona's sporting department in transfer decisions?
The sporting department is led by director Deco, who is overseeing the transfer strategy.
