Flick the key figure as Barcelona ‘to chase’ two free transfers | OneFootball

Barcelona have begun plotting January business, prioritising full-backs and pursuing low-cost options as they navigate tight finances.

Sport reports that the club are tracking several full-backs for the coming windows, with the emphasis on expiring contracts that could allow free transfers.

The position is already well stocked. Jules Koundé and Eric García cover the right, while João Cancelo, Alejandro Balde and Xavi Espart operate on the left.

Among experienced options, David Raum leads the list, the Leipzig captain who knows head coach Hansi Flick well. Crystal Palace’s Tyrick Mitchell is also monitored, with his deal up at the end of this season.

Barcelona had previously assessed Alejandro Grimaldo at Atlético Madrid and Andrea Cambiaso at Juventus as part of their search.

With players in the final year of their contracts free to negotiate from January, the hierarchy are aiming to move early before rival clubs enter the race.

Source: Goal.com

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