Transfers: Barcelona looking to finalise two more player sales

As has been the narrative for weeks now, reorganizing finances has become the centre of all attention at Barcelona. The board last month made a flurry of signings to bolster the squad, however, now they find themselves under pressure to seal departures.

The new wage limit set by La Liga has rendered it difficult for the Catalans to renew the contract of Lionel Messi and register the new players. A move for Antoine Griezmann to Atletico Madrid has progressed rapidly over the last 24 hours, and the board soon hopes to make progress over two more departures at the earliest.

According to SPORT, the first is Miralem Pjanic, who has seen a role limited to the bench under Ronald Koeman. The Bosnian, initially signed from Juventus in a deal that saw Arthur Melo go the other way, has been issued an ultimatum by the club.

Barcelona has reportedly received offers from Roma, Juventus, and Inter Milan. However, the 31-year-old will have to take a wage cut to help the move materialize. Pjanic has not shown any interest to drop his wages so far, and the club is now looking to explore avenues to take action and force the move through.

SPORT also reports that the second exit the board hopes to finalise is that of Martin Braithwaite. The Danish international had a stunning Euro campaign with his side, reaching the semifinal of the coveted event.

His positive performances propelled a rise in stocks for the Danish international, and Barcelona eye him as an asset to cash in on. The club has several offers on the table, and the player too has agreed on a departure.

The new arrivals at Camp Nou will make it difficult for Braithwaite to find minutes next season. Moreover, his performance in the Euros will help him secure a higher wage on his new side. The Board hope to recover at least €15 million from the sale of the 30-year-old.