Barcelona’s Summer Transfer Plans in Disarray After Xavi’s Departure

Key Targets Uncertain as New Coach Steps In

Barcelona’s summer transfer plans have been thrown into chaos following the sacking of head coach Xavi. The club now faces uncertainty over several potential signings.

Sporting director Deco was set to handle the transfers, but a new report has cast doubt on one major target: Bayern Munich defender Joshua Kimmich. According to AS, Kimmich is seen as a “problematic” influence due to his tense relationship with incoming coach Hansi Flick. This tension was highlighted in a documentary showing Kimmich questioning Flick’s methods during the 2022 World Cup.

Financial challenges also make Kimmich’s transfer difficult. Barcelona is already struggling to meet his wage demands, and the transfer fee hasn’t even been addressed yet. This report likely ends any hopes of bringing Kimmich to the club.

Araujo’s Frustration with Xavi

Revealed: The Rift Between Xavi and Ronald Araujo

Catalunya Radio has shed light on the strained relationship between former coach Xavi and defender Ronald Araujo. Despite privately assuring Araujo of his future at the club, Xavi reportedly included him on a list of possible summer departures, which was leaked to the media. Feeling betrayed, Araujo’s relationship with Xavi soured.

Araujo began the season in top form but ended up on the bench, starting only four of the last 11 LaLiga matches. This tension between player and coach contributed to the overall instability at Barcelona as they head into the summer transfer window.

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