As part of its preparations for the upcoming season, Barcelona is taking bold steps to revamp its squad during the summer transfer window, aiming to align the team with the vision of newly appointed head coach Hansi Flick.
After achieving a domestic treble and reaching the Champions League final, the club is eager to build on that momentum. In doing so, Barcelona is now considering a surprising opportunity in the transfer market.
According to El Nacional, French winger Bradley Barcola, currently with Paris Saint-Germain, has surfaced as a strong candidate under consideration by Deco and the recruitment team.
Barcola’s role at PSG has recently diminished, especially following the high-profile winter signing of Georgian star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Combined with the consistent form of Ousmane Dembélé under Luis Enrique, Barcola is finding it increasingly difficult to secure regular minutes.
As a result, his representatives are evaluating exit options, with Barcelona emerging as an attractive destination. The club views Barcola as a promising addition to Hansi Flick’s new project—someone who could complement and potentially form a dynamic partnership with rising star Lamine Yamal.
Barcelona is actively seeking a young, skillful winger with room for development. While Yamal is central to the club’s future plans, there’s a recognized need for more depth out wide. Barcola fits the profile perfectly—quick, technical, and dangerous in one-on-one situations.
Finances remain a major obstacle for Barça in the transfer market. PSG reportedly paid around €45 million for Barcola and may consider selling for a similar fee. Alternatively, a loan deal with a purchase option could provide a more financially feasible route. The good rapport between Deco and PSG’s sporting director Luis Campos could also facilitate the negotiation process.
Sources close to Barcola suggest he’s enthusiastic about a move to Barcelona, confident that his playing style aligns with the club’s attacking philosophy. Both he and Yamal possess speed, flair, and the ability to influence games in the final third.
Hansi Flick is reportedly in favor of the move and believes Barcola could offer valuable depth and be a game-changing option in tight matches.
