Barcelona finished second in La Liga in the recently concluded season, 13 points behind champions Real Madrid. Manager Xavi will be eager to use the summer to build a squad with enough quality to contend for the league next season.
Meanwhile, the Blaugrana have received a blow in their pursuit of a Leeds United forward. Elsewhere, the La Liga giants are yet to tie Gavi down to a new deal.
On that note, here's a look at the key Barcelona transfer stories as on 3 June 2022:
Barcelona receive blow in Raphinha pursuit
Barcelona have received a blow in their pursuit of Raphinha, according to journalist Phil Hay. The Blaugrana are eager to take the Brazilian to the Camp Nou this summer. The player himself is looking forward to the move.
However, in his column for The Athletic, as relayed by TEAMtalk, Hay wrote that Leeds United want £60-70 million to part ways with Raphinha.
“Raphinha has two years left on his deal and Leeds will be conscious of the fact that, if he stays, his value will be considerably lower in 12 months than it is now. But sources have indicated to The Athletic that it is likely to take a bid of between £60million and £70million to get Raphinha out of Elland Road. That is potentially four times what they paid for him less than two years ago,” wrote Hay.
He also added that the La Liga giants’ financial situation makes the move very difficult to complete.
“Barcelona might try to dangle surplus players in part-exchange, a way of cheapening any deal for them. But LaLiga’s salary-cap rules would make that process complicated."
He continued:
"That’s because a set percentage of money received would have to be spent servicing their debt. Also, Leeds have pre-existing plans for the coming window and might not be interested in a cash-plus-player proposal."
Blaugrana yet to tie Gavi down to new deal
Barcelona are struggling to extend Gavi’s contract, according to Caught Offside via SPORT.
The Spanish midfielder is highly rated at the Camp Nou, but his current deal runs out next summer.
The Blaugrana are desperate to keep him at the club amid growing interest from clubs around Europe. Unless the 17-year-old agrees to an extension, the Blaugrana will have to cash in on him this summer to avoid losing him for free.
The Blaugrana are eager to avoid that situation and are fighting tooth and nail to extend his stay.
However, Gavi is unimpressed by the terms on offer and is holding out for an improved deal. The player wants to stay at the Camp Nou but wants a contract that justifies his value, leading to stalled talks regarding an extension.
Lautaro Martinez turns down move to Camp Nou
Lautaro Martinez has turned down a move to Barcelona, according to Football Italia.
The Argentinean enjoyed a fruitful 2021-22 campaign with Inter Milan, scoring 25 times in 49 appearances across competitions. With Xavi looking to add more teeth to his attack, the Blaugrana have turned their attention to the 24-year-old.
However, Martinez has no intentions of leaving the Nerazzurri and has declined the chance to move to the Camp Nou this summer.
He has publicly reiterated his desire to stay at the San Siro, although Inter could be forced to sell him to strengthen their squad. The Argentinean’s current contract with the club runs till 2026, and he is presently valued at €70 million.
Luoelmnopt
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sell gavi instead of de Jong
u say what?? I believe u don't know what u are saying
Siodmnosuz
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Barca don't touch Benardo Silva, Ah what's wrong With Barcelona Club
Siodmnosuz
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I don't understand this team Barcelona, Eii they want to buy the whole world's players???
Dokkmtyz
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please don't sell de jong,
ruypstz
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Raphinha is not worth more than £40mio. Media hype is the reason for the ridiculous prices?
ruypstz
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sell gavi instead of de Jong
You don’t know what you are saying? Did you watch Spain vs Portugal yesterday? Gavi is only 17 yet controls midfield at National level for a country as big as Spain.
ManUnited-Red
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Lol Barca won’t sign Raphina nor Lewa 😭😭😭😭
engineraph007
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please we tired of Barca sign this or that,we want fact
pezbenprs
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sell gavi instead of de Jong
pezbenprs
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just sign Anthony
future_goten
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Why would he leave since his mom is single mother it’s great to have wise step father if it’s worth it
wise?
Rosado1976
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Why would he leave since his mom is single mother it’s great to have wise step father if it’s worth it
Remember Pique cheated on his girl Shakira with Gavi's mom. who is to say he won't do it to her also? Your team dynamic goes right out the window
Rosado1976
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This is what is called in economical term as a bad financial misappropriation....
Yea very bad too
papabrains
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They are already asking their players to take Another pay cut. some have already taken 2, let's ask them again. Granted those players will still be getting paid 6 years after they retire. Yeah Sounds good
This is what is called in economical term as a bad financial misappropriation....
Rosado1976
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This is unbelievable! I'm surprised at the constant pursuant of players by Barca, considering their current financial predicament...Registering free agents of; Franck Kessie, Andreas Christeansen, is a real hell of a time! How on earth does the team manages it's finances at all..? Really unheard of...!
They are already asking their players to take Another pay cut. some have already taken 2, let's ask them again. Granted those players will still be getting paid 6 years after they retire. Yeah Sounds good
Savage909
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Well Leeds united should accept payment installments way but small club in England trying to give Barcelona hard time bcz they’re in crisis
Yungswag20
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Can someone explain me how a team that can't even register the new free agents. Is still making headlines in transfer market?
Hahah some people don’t understand what’s debt meaning I can have a billion cash & I can still be in debt 🤷🏾♂️
Yungswag20
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gavi is leaving, since pique did u know what to you know who
Why would he leave since his mom is single mother it’s great to have wise step father if it’s worth it
papabrains
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This is unbelievable! I'm surprised at the constant pursuant of players by Barca, considering their current financial predicament...Registering free agents of; Franck Kessie, Andreas Christeansen, is a real hell of a time! How on earth does the team manages it's finances at all..? Really unheard of...!
rezruz
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Barca will end up in the hands of a Saudi state oil fund, no reduction of debt, Laporta keeps spending
yebbdeiksy
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he is good
future_goten
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gavi is leaving, since pique did u know what to you know who
Beautifulboy
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It is only GOD that can help Barca in this coming transfer window.
Jioacdmoty
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Can someone explain me how a team that can't even register the new free agents. Is still making headlines in transfer market?
it's called wise strategy
ryank
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Can someone explain me how a team that can't even register the new free agents. Is still making headlines in transfer market?