Barcelona plans to sell key players to finance transfers in January

Barcelona are actively exploring the sale of players to finance their moves in the January transfer window, according to a report from SPORT.

At first it looked like January would be a quiet month for the club, but the reintroduction of the 1:1 salary cap has caused a change in their planning.

This new rule requires Barcelona to balance each euro spent on wages with an equivalent sale, meaning the club is now required to make sales in order to sign new players.

Barcelona explores opportunities

The club has already started talks with intermediaries to find outlets for several players.

The focus is on selling those who are not regular starters, with the aim of raising funds for a possible signing that can strengthen the squad for the crucial second half of the season.

Sports director Deco and coach Hansi Flick preferred to keep the entire squad intact until June, emphasizing the need for depth. However, now that the club faces financial constraints, they are adjusting their approach.

Players who can leave

Players currently for sale include Ansu Fati and Eric García, although Flick remains unsure of García’s future. Ferran Torres and Andreas Christensen are also on the market, and the club is willing to listen to offers.

Barcelona is prioritizing sales based on financial results and, although Frenkie de Jong’s situation remains under review, the club considers it unlikely that he will leave, as he has not shown interest in renewing his contract.

Deco’s return is said to be expected to accelerate these negotiations, although Barcelona are clear that they will not force any exit.

Barcelona will not rush

Instead, the club aims to raise funds or save salaries in order to make a specific signing. His main priority appears to be a physically strong midfielder to complement Casadó or a versatile full-back.

However, Barcelona has no intention of rushing into deals that could be financially beneficial in the summer.

For example, the possible signing of Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen is linked to a release clause set for the summer, and the club is not considering moving forward with this agreement by paying compensation to the German club at this time.