Barça is clear that they must sign a midfielder who can double Sergio Busquets’ position next season. Xavi Hernández has already made it clear that he wants two players in each position to be able to compete and has reiterated that Busquets has spent too much time alone ahead of the defense. The club was considering the options of Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), Tcouaméni (Monaco) and Rubén Neves (Wolverhamtpon). All three like it and the sports area is already clear that the most feasible operation is that of Neves due to the good relationship with the English club and with the player’s agent, Jorge Mendes. Wolverhampton wants to close a record transfer, but is open to talking about exchanging players that can make the sale cheaper and there are profiles that fit them. In the ‘Birmingham Mail’ there is talk of Mingueza, Riqui Puig and Nico as three possible barter options.
Barça is already clear that Rubén Neves wants to dress as a Blaugrana although the footballer has other interests on the table. Arsenal, Newcastle and Manchester United have tested him, but the Portuguese prefers to stay at the Camp Nou and hopes that there can be an agreement between clubs. Wolverhampton demanded about 50 million euros, a figure that Barça does not plan to reach even remotely, but it could be lowered a lot with the inclusion of some players. The English club, advised by Mendes, has already carried out several beneficial operations for Barça in recent years, such as the transfer of Semedo or the transfer of Trincao.
From what seems clear, Trincao will not continue with the Wolves because the coach has decided so, but they are willing to talk about some Blaugrana youth squads. Wolverhamtpon need to strengthen their defense and midfield and they would have asked about Mingueza, Riqui Puig and Nico. The first two are going to leave Barça for sure, while Nico, who is also represented by Jorge Mendes, could go out on loan in the event that Barça can access the market. Xavi is happy with him but he is also clear that he needs players with international experience due to the age of the squad.