Barcelona believe the team urgently needs new signings to compete for all titles – report

Barcelona’s 4-0 defeat to Real Madrid meant the club now only have La Liga to play for during the remainder of the campaign. But most importantly, it raised question marks over the team’s poor performances in crunch games, especially in cup competitions.

Indeed, Barça have been knocked out of both European competitions this season and while they did relatively well in Copa del Rey, the defeat to Real Madrid once again led them back to square one.

In light of the defeat, a recent report from Mundo Deportivo suggests within the Barcelona camp, there are many who believe the club need urgent reinforcements if they want to compete for all titles.

Indeed, the club’s technical staff firmly believes Barcelona need to sign a few star players and strengthen the depth of the squad, which was exposed in this recent tie.

The absence of Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Andreas Christensen and Ousmane Dembele had indeed left a gaping hole in the Barcelona squad against Real Madrid, with the team showing no control in midfield. Even the defence was torn apart in the absence of Christensen.

While de Jong and Pedri are expected to make their return against Getafe later this month, it is apparent that Barcelona require more reliable alternatives if they are to consistently fight for titles every season.

Barcelona have identified a few of their top targets in the coming summer, with the club reportedly closing in on the capture of Inigo Martinez. The return of Lionel Messi, too, could be a possibility.

A new creative interior midfielder is also said to be high on the agenda of manager Xavi Hernandez as the team lacks the chance-creation ability through the middle without Pedri on the field.

However, in the midst of an economic crisis, Barça must proceed with intelligence and a concise plan, if they are to avoid the sanctions from La Liga.