In La Liga's 4th clash, Barca beat Atletico 4-2 at home to replace the opponent in the top 4. In this game, Barca's performance can be described as a double day of ice and fire. The familiar Barca of the first half are back, and the fluid and threatening tikitaka has repeatedly brought the attack into the Atletico penalty area. But in the second half, Atletico suddenly made a difference, and the familiar Barca team came back. Once the other side's pressing efforts are strengthened, the Barca midfielder is at risk of getting out of control, and the defensive line begins to be unstable.
But overall, through this game, we have seen Barca's progress, playing style, youngsters, on-the-spot scheduling, rhythm control and club reinforcements. Compared with the Bartomeu era, the Barça executives led by La Porta have changed significantly in the style of reinforcements. In the past, only expensive ones were bought, and heavy reinforcements continued. Nowadays, it is cost-effective to buy, and you can live a wonderful life in another way.
With a value of 55 million, Ferran Torres, Barca can bring it back in installments. Therefore, in the summer window this year, so many big fish have entered the transfer market, and Barca executives can still look forward to it. Next, let's take a brief look at the direction of the balsaxia window.
Front: If Traore can continue to play against Atletico, barca executives will almost certainly buy it out for $30 million. We note that the current Barca loan to Wolves' youngster Trincon also costs 30 million euros. But the only difference is that Barca are not responsible for not buying out Traore. Wolves, if they don't buy out Trincon, will need to pay Barca $6 million in damages. Therefore, Barca can use this to make a fuss and try to replace Traore with Trincon.
If Traore is bought out, Dembele will leave, and Barca will not be able to talk to him about renewing his contract. Traore's role in the flanks is much stronger than Dembele's, and his body is resistant to beatings.
In addition, in the center position, it is estimated that Laporta will do a big vote, who? Haaland! Whether it is as a Real Madrid to get Mbappe's response, or from the needs of the team, Barca are in urgent need of a young and new forward leader, and it is difficult for Fati to carry the flag after that big injury. In addition, giants like Barcelona also need superstars, and economic benefits are too important.
Barca are indeed heavily indebted, but don't underestimate LaPorta's ability to operate. If you take down Haaland, the left and right partners Arelan Torres + Traore, the front trident is instantly terrifying.
Midfielders: Garvey, Nico and Pedri have gradually picked up the main beams, and De Jong is also getting better under Xavi. Therefore, the main level is no longer needed, but the rotation needs to be strengthened, because Busquets' physical fitness is a problem. Consider waiving Casey or continuing to promote young players from La Masia.
Backline: Barca's biggest problem at the moment is the defensive line, Araujo's steady growth belongs to the future leader, and this summer's task is to sign a new contract with him; as for other positions, the focus is on free agents and players with good value. On the left-back side, tagliafico or youth youngster Balde can be considered; right-backs are trying to get Azpilicueta or Mazrawi free of charge; and on the centre-back side, if you can get rid of Ristensen or Jules, it is a very useful supplement. Comte as well as De Ligt are of course good, but too expensive and not very realistic.
In short, buying out Traore is not a big problem. If Barca want to stay, Wolves will feel the players' firm attitude. The back line is also mainly visa-free. As a result, Barca's main budget this summer is placed in the center position. Xavi's tuning is beginning to see results, and if the top level can continue to attract targeted reinforcements, Barca's rise is just around the corner.