Barcelona want a new signing who mirrors a former loanee – report

Barcelona are already making preparations for the summer transfer window, and one of the key positions they are seeking to fortify is the full-back role. 

According to a report from SPORT, it has been learned that the club’s technical team is in harmony with the coaching staff, and together, they have identified that the team needs a defender who can operate on each side of the backline. 

This precise profile mirrors the traits of former loanee Joao Cancelo—agile, professional, and adaptable.

Much will depend on fianaces

As expected, this signing will depend closely on the club’s economic scenario – the wage bill in particular. 

If the club manages to lose enough space, they may continue with the operation, but it continues to remain a challenging task for the team. 

Identifying a full-back who meets Barcelona’s expectations in terms of technical quality and tactical flexibility is proving to be quite tricky. 

Many in the club even see this pursuit as a near-impossible mission, given the limited pool of players that fit such a profile.

Flick and Deco prefer versatility

Versatility remains a top priority for both Hansi Flick and Deco. A defender who can perform consistently on either flank offers tactical freedom, particularly in Flick’s scheme, where full-backs play a crucial role. 

But Barcelona are not limiting their search strictly to two-footed or positionally flexible players. 

In fact, they are also open to signing promising players who might not yet fit the full profile but are ready to take a step forward in their careers.

In that regard, several names have surfaced in current discussions. Vanderson from AS Monaco remains on Deco’s radar, with the Brazilian formerly scouted during his time at Gremio. 

Marc Pubill of Almeria, who nearly joined Barça last summer, is another strong candidate. There is also growing interest in Givairo Read from Feyenoord, a younger option who is seen as a long-term investment. 

Meanwhile, Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly admired by Flick himself, thanks to his performances in the Bundesliga.

Barcelona’s search for the desired right-back is underway, and while the mission is far from easy, the club is determined to bring in the right fit.