The planning challenge
FC Barcelona faces an important challenge: planning the squad for next season. This process falls on the new coach, Hansi Flick, and the culé sports director, Deco. Both will have the task of determining departures, arrivals and the players who will remain on the team. In addition, they must take into account the financial situation of the club.
The case of Mika Faye
One of the players who is causing the most uncertainty at Barça is Mika Faye. This young Senegalese central defender, aged 19, has stood out for Barça Atlètic and is expected to make the jump to the first team. Both Deco and Flick are betting on his signing next season. However, there are several offers for Faye, some of which exceed 12 million euros. Despite this, the club is reluctant to lose this promising player and reserves the option of recovering him in the event of a sale.
The final decision
The decision on Mika Faye’s future will be made in August, once the Barça Atlètic season and the holidays have ended. At that time, both Deco and Flick will evaluate all options and determine if the player will be part of the first team during the preseason. It should be noted that Faye signed a contract for four seasons with a termination clause of 400 million euros.
The economic importance
Barça are in a difficult financial situation, so the sale of Mika Faye could be an option to ease the club’s finances. Furthermore, considering the excess of central defenders in the team, Faye’s departure seems increasingly likely. However, the final decision will depend on various factors and will be taken with the aim of guaranteeing the sporting and financial success of the club.
