Report: Three players Barcelona could include in exchange deal for Oriol Romeu

For a club in financial jeopardy, Barcelona have enjoyed a fine transfer window in terms of arrivals. With the signatures of Ilkay Gundogan and Inigo Martinez, the Blaugranas have secured two players who can guide the young squad with their experience.

Meanwhile, the Catalans are also close to signing Vitor Roque from Atletico Paranaense with some sources even claiming that the deal has been completed. The young Brazilian is seen as one of football’s finest talents and promises to take over the reins from Robert Lewandowski.

The focus now shifts to Oriol Romeu. The Spanish midfielder is seen as the club’s best chance to replace Sergio Busquets in the short term, especially given his La Masia roots.

With a precarious economic situation governing their movements on the transfer market, Barcelona are looking for solutions to reduce Girona’s €8 million asking price on the defensive midfielder.

According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Joan Laporta is willing to include players in an exchange operation with three names well placed.

The first player who could be sent to Girona in exchange for Romeu is the talented Estanis Pedrola. The 19-year-old star is seen as one of La Masia’s brightest forward prospects and even made his debut for the first team in January 2022.

While the young prodigy’s name would tempt Girona, it would be surprising if Xavi Hernandez permitted the departure of such a prodigy for a player only in his short-term plans.

The second name on the table is Pablo Torre. The young midfielder has struggled for minutes under the manager at Barcelona, and a move to another La Liga side may not be a bad idea given his reluctance to play for the B team.

The final option being considered is Nico Gonzalez. The player is currently on loan with Valencia and is seen by many members internally as the perfect candidate to replace Busquets. With Xavi not on the same page, however, his future could be sacrificed for the greater good.