Barcelona make decision about January transfers, Xavi informed – report

Since Xavi took over the reins at Barcelona in 2021, he has had to make do with limited finances and scarce resources.

The mismanagement of past years has put Barcelona in a delicate position financially, and with the reconstruction of Camp Nou further requiring great investment, the club has yet to spread its wings in the transfer market fully.

Despite the ongoing difficulties Barcelona faces on the pitch, especially after the 1-0 defeat to Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League, any further reinforcement in the forthcoming winter transfer window appears unlikely.

January recruitments will be difficult

Indeed, according to SPORT, Xavi has been told that strengthening the team in January will be very difficult in the current economic climate.

While Vitor Roque’s move cannot be ruled out, his potential arrival is also clouded with uncertainty because of the leeway needed for financial fair play.

The report argues that Barcelona is paying attention to any potential opportunities in the market, but is aware of the financial limitations and will not jump the gun.

Barça is already above the salary limit so departures are essential for any new signings to materialize. The arrival of a pivot can only take shape if players already exist at the club, which is not the most realistic scenario in January.

Barcelona’s most expensive summer signing was Oriol Romeu for €3.5 million; therefore it is unfeasible for Barcelona to break the bank so soon when their finances are still in the recovery stages.

The sports department recognizes that the incorporation of Vitor Roque and a midfielder would greatly aid the team, but injuries also played a big role in Barcelona’s fluctuating form, and the team is more balanced with all players available.

Nevertheless, Xavi has been conveyed that a major overhaul cannot be expected this soon with the finances yet to be resolved.