Barcelona president Joan Laporta is reportedly working on a major move to sign Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman during the 2025 winter transfer window.
Following the recent arrival of Spanish star Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig, the club is still aiming to bring in another top-tier attacker to boost their chances in both La Liga and the Champions League.
Initially, Barcelona had set their sights on Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams and were prepared to trigger his €58 million release clause. However, with the 21-year-old likely to remain in Bilbao, the club has shifted focus to a more experienced target: Coman.
According to *Sport*, Barcelona’s leadership views the French winger as an ideal alternative. His speed and Champions League experience make him a valuable asset, especially under new head coach Hansi Flick—who worked with Coman during their successful stint at Bayern Munich.
Several reasons contributed to the shift in strategy:
* **Flick’s Influence**: The new manager is eager to reunite with Coman, believing his skill set can immediately elevate Barça’s attack.
* **Experience over potential**: While Williams fits the club’s youth-oriented philosophy, Coman, at 28, offers proven quality and big-game experience.
* **Financial flexibility**: Coman’s fee may be more manageable through a structured deal, unlike Williams’ non-negotiable clause—important given Barça’s strict financial limits.
Flick, who has signed on through June 2026, views Coman as a key part of his plan to challenge for major titles. Laporta and sporting director Deco are now working to make the move happen before the window closes, showing clear intent to back their new coach with experienced firepower.
If successful, the deal would signal a bold start to the post-Xavi era, giving Barcelona the pace and pedigree they’ve lacked in recent seasons.
