Barça’s Bold Summer: Laporta Targets Seven Signings to Rewrite the Script

Summer priorities

Barcelona keeps its steady run this season under German coach Hansi Flick, chasing a domestic league title and a Champions League push. The loss of Brazilian winger Rafinha for five weeks due to injury hasn’t derailed the club’s momentum, and the Catalans are already planning for the next campaign.

Summer priorities

Following the re-election of club president Joan Laporta, work began immediately with sporting director Deco to identify the team’s needs. According to Mundo Deportivo, the board has set two main targets for the upcoming transfer window: Argentine striker Julián Álvarez and Italian defender Alessandro Bastoni.

Smart signings

Beyond the marquee names, Barcelona is weighing a group of cheaper options and, per the Catalan press, is monitoring five additional players to bolster the squad. Left-back remains a top priority, especially with the uncertain future of João Cancelo, who is on loan from Al Hilal and reportedly seeking about €15 million to seal a permanent move.

If the Cancelo deal falls through, Andrea Campiasso of Juventus is viewed as a versatile alternative, alongside the possibility of a return for Alejandro Grimaldo, a La Masia graduate who could become available at a reduced price from Bayer Leverkusen.

Álvarez, enjoying a standout season with Atlético Madrid—scoring eight goals and adding four assists in 29 league games—has been touted as an ideal successor to the expected Lewandowski exit this summer. The value of the deal is estimated at €80–€100 million, a hefty sum given the club’s financial constraints.

In defense, Flick sees Bastoni as a perfect fit to strengthen the left side from central defense, especially with Nico Schlotterbeek’s renewal at Dortmund looming. Despite the cost, the Italian profile matches the coach’s requirements.

Meanwhile, Díaz’s tactical reshuffles at Real Madrid are cited as a reason for Barça to accelerate its own mobility and keep the board on its toes. A separate report also hints at the debate over whether the goalkeeper position needs reinforcement.

The goalkeeper target named by Deco is Alex Remiro of Real Sociedad, 31, under contract until 2027. Rumors suggest a relatively modest fee could bring Remiro to join García to form a formidable two‑man goalkeeping setup, potentially among Europe’s best.

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Rashford remains another talking point, as Barça weighs a permanent move for the Manchester United star at around €30 million. Flick admires his versatility and liberty to play across multiple roles in attack.

Low-cost alternatives

With Financial Fair Play constraints in mind, Barça is also scouting young, affordable talents. Among the names linked are Yan Vergili, a product of the academy flourishing with Mallorca, with a potential buyback clause of around €6 million, and the Norwegian Andreas Schildrup from Benfica, both viewed as smart, budget-conscious acquisitions.

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Raising the stakes

Another angle of discussion is the goalkeeping future. While Flick trusts current starter García, the looming departure of Wojciech Szczęsny might push Barça to pursue a new shot-stopper, with Remiro as a favored option to pair with García, forming one of Europe’s strongest duos.

In short, Barça’s summer plan combines high-profile targets with pragmatic, cheaper options, aiming to refresh the squad without breaking the bank. The clock is ticking, and Laporta’s desk is already warmed up for a seven-signing sprint. Punchline time: If this summer were a sniper duel, Barça’s plan would be a two-round burst—precise on the targets and loud enough to wake up the papers. Punchline two: Barcelona’s transfer board is so sharp, even their budget calculator wears sunglasses.