Barcelona midfielder’s future still in doubt, ‘anything can happen’

FC Barcelona have endured a busy few days in the transfer market as they look to finalise their squad before the transfer window slams to a shut.

Barça have recently sanctioned the departure of Samuel Umtiti while Sergino Dest has been tipped to join AC Milan on a loan deal. But they are not the only players in contention to depart Camp Nou, as the club continue to trim the squad.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s links to Chelsea have already been well documented. And according to Ferran Martinez, another player in contention to depart the club is Miralem Pjanic.

The veteran midfielder was linked with a move to Al Nassr in the final week of August, with the Saudi Arabian giants reportedly preparing a late swoop.

However, the club’s chairman has recently trashed the rumours, confirming their lack of interest in signing Pjanic late in the transfer market. But as per reports, the midfielder’s future at Barcelona remains far from secure.

Rahman suggests Xavi Hernandez would like Pjanic to stay amid speculation about his departure. He wants the Bosnian international to serve as a potential backup for Sergio Busquets in the number six role.

Barcelona do have the option of Frenkie de Jong, but Pjanic could be an exciting alternative due to his experience and technical prowess that has helped him make an impression under Xavi in pre-season.

According to Martinez, Pjanic has “chances” to leave the club, especially if the player himself opts to depart and continue his career elsewhere.

He has not enjoyed an excellent spell at Barcelona, after all, and the presence of de Jong could make it difficult for him to gain regular game-time. But considering the fact that most leagues in Europe are set to close their transfer market, it will be challenging for the player to find a suitor.