Hansi Flick is not unhappy. The start of the winter break will allow its players to breathe after a considerable series of matches. After the match against Villarreal, won with a score of 2-0, the FC Barcelona coach explained to the press: “I think we overcame a lot of obstacles this year. The most important thing is how the team trains. Everyone gives their best. This shows in training. We need to rest and celebrate Christmas with family. I think of those who are not there. Merry Christmas.”
At the foot of his tree, the German would be happy to find a new central defender, for delivery planned during the winter transfer window. “Christensen’s injury is sad news. I wish him a speedy recovery. He played very well in the Copa del Rey. I will speak to Deco tomorrow (Monday).” Flick, who lost Christensen for around 4 months, indicated that he would discuss with his sporting director regarding the recruitment of a defender. This will be the big priority of this transfer window for the Catalans, who are also counting on the upcoming return of Ronald Araujo.
Deco has named its No. 1 choice
As always, they won’t be able to do anything crazy. Especially since Mark recalled yesterday that “the club still exceeds the financial fair play cap, which limits its ability to make transfers.” The FCB must therefore make shots at a lower cost. The Spanish club already has several names in mind. According to SportNico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund) and Pau Torres (Aston Villa) are followed and appreciated internally. But Deco’s priority lies elsewhere. On the Crystal Palace side.
Sport ensures that the architect of the Barcelona transfer window has Marc Guéhi as target number 1. The Englishman is coming to the end of his contract next summer with the Eagles. The latter, notably coach Oliver Glasner, are not for leaving this winter. But the 25-year-old can discuss this winter with the club of his choice. Barça, which must compete with Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Real Madrid and Manchester City, does not intend to give up. Especially since the club has shortcomings in this sector of play. To be continued…
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