By Martin Graham
With Ansu Fati already gone and Pablo Torre set to follow him out the door to Mallorca, Barcelona are continuing efforts to bring their finances in line with La Liga’s 1:1 regulation. The club must generate income through player sales in order to register new arrivals, and more exits are anticipated before that becomes possible.
Several high-profile names have emerged as potential departures. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, Ronald Araujo, and Andreas Christensen are among those who could be offloaded if the right offers come in. Alongside them, Marc Casado has entered the spotlight as a player whose future is uncertain, with Barcelona open to letting him go should his market value be met.
Casado’s future in doubt after strong but uneven season
Casado impressed during the early part of last season, overtaking Frenkie de Jong in the starting lineup and becoming a key figure in midfield. However, his form dipped as the campaign progressed, and his role diminished significantly in the final months. With Marc Bernal returning from injury ahead of the new season, Casado is expected to face increased competition for minutes.
Given these circumstances, the club is reportedly open to offers of around €50 million for the 21-year-old. Though not actively pushing him out, Barcelona are considering a sale as a way to capitalize on his current value, especially if he’s not expected to be a regular contributor in the upcoming season.
Premier League clubs monitoring situation
Interest in Casado is already forming, particularly from England. Arsenal and Chelsea have both reached out to inquire about his availability, while Manchester United are also tracking him, though they have not made contact at this stage. For United, Casado is seen as a possible alternative to Manuel Ugarte, whose debut season at Old Trafford was underwhelming.
For Barcelona, offloading Casado could be a logical step toward easing financial pressure. But from a sporting perspective, letting go of a midfielder who performed strongly during parts of the 2024–25 campaign would come as a significant sacrifice.
