Four ways Barcelona can register €25 million new signing with La Liga – report

According to RAC1, despite growing expectations and reports surrounding Barcelona’s summer plans, the club is still not operating under the 1:1 financial rule. 

However, the board remains confident that Joan Garcia’s registration will be resolved soon, with several strategies already in place to accommodate the goalkeeper’s arrival.

Barcelona have promised Garcia that his registration and salary issues will be addressed swiftly, and they are actively exploring multiple pathways to make that happen, even without full access to the 1:1 rule.

The first solution

The most straightforward option would be Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s departure. Should the German goalkeeper decide to leave, his exit would open up space on the wage bill for Garcia’s registration. 

As things stand, though, Ter Stegen is not ready to give up his place. The experienced shot-stopper wants to compete and prove himself, despite understanding that Garcia would be Hansi Flick’s first-choice keeper, with Wojciech Szczesny likely to serve as backup.

The second solution 

Barcelona’s second option is based on a rule introduced recently by La Liga, which they previously used during Inigo Martinez’s registration. It allows financially overstretched clubs to register a player for one season even if the contract runs longer. 

This rule can be applied to a maximum of three players per season—one signed via a transfer and two as free agents. Barcelona are confident they can use this route for Garcia.

Last two options

The third route being pursued is to have the club’s VIP seat revenue formally recognised by La Liga. 

Lastly, if Barça can show operational gains from VIP seat sales and confirm minor outgoings involving Ansu Fati and Clement Lenglet, they can work their way back to the 1:1 financial scenario without needing massive sales.

Currently, without the recognition of VIP operations or balancing the financial shortfalls from past seasons, Barcelona remain restricted in registering new arrivals under the usual terms. 

However, internally, the club is optimistic that progress will be made soon. They believe all the required steps can be finalised in the coming weeks, ultimately allowing them to return to the 1:1 rule and ensure that Joan Garcia is registered without delay.