Eduard Romeu, economic vice president of Barça, has spoken about what must be done to be able to have ‘cash’ to strengthen the squad
“Of the levers that we have to activate, that of television rights is the one that makes us least excited”
Lately it’s one of the most visible faces of the managerial ‘staff’ of FC Barcelona. Logical, taking into account the delicate economic situation of the club and the numerous levers (yes, this almost hateful word that has become so fashionable in recent weeks) that are yet to be activated. Eduard Romeu, economic vice president of the club, has spoken for ‘Onze’, from Esport 3, and has touched on various current issues.
Among them, one of the biggest concerns of the Barcelona parish. Will there be money to sign? “Look, one thing has to be clear. The important thing is that there is a balance, we will not go crazy. If we do the work we have to do, we activate the levers, we will have liquid to enhance the template and try to meet the requests of the sports area. Of course, I repeat, always looking in the rearview mirror and being clear about what the priorities are.”
SALES OF PLAYERS ARE CONTEMPLATED
In addition, again on the De Jong case, Romeu has made it clear that “The club’s revenue forecasts do not contemplate the sale of any player. If it occurs, it will be due to technical aspects”. A Frenkie who, by the way, has sent a message of loyalty to Barça after the Netherlands-Wales.
In addition, Romeu has confessed that “we have made progress on an offer to sell part of Barça Studios. The one that makes us least excited is the sale of television rights.” On whether the captains will be asked for a salary reduction, the vice president has assured that each case will be individual and will be treated separately. “With Gerard I have a very close relationship. Piqué has always collaborated and I am sure that he will do it again & rdquor ;, he added.