If a player from Liverpool decides not to extend their contract with the team, they may choose to leave during the upcoming transfer window. While this player is undeniably a talented midfielder, they have expressed a desire to leave England and pursue their career with another club. Interestingly, FC Barcelona, a team they have previously been associated with, seems to be the most suitable destination for this footballer.
Thiago Alcántara, who is 32 years old, has apparently captured the interest of the current League champions, as reported by the newspaper Sport. The decision regarding the midfielder’s future now rests in the hands of Liverpool, as he has the option to obtain a release clause at the end of this season.
The financial difficulties that have plagued FC Barcelona continue to impact their sports planning for the upcoming season. The club still has numerous financial obligations to meet, and the salary cap will be further adjusted in the summer of 2024 due to LaLiga’s ‘Fair Play’ regulations. Despite the board’s success in ending the 22/23 financial year with a positive margin, these challenges force the team to focus on making cost-effective additions to strengthen their squad, a strategy that has proven effective in recent summers.
Now, turning to the specific situation of FC Barcelona and Thiago Alcántara, it’s worth noting that Thiago’s contract is set to expire in June. During the summer, there were speculations linking him to Turkish club Trabzonspor, but ultimately, no deal was reached.
Even if the Spanish international is granted his release in the form of a free transfer, Barcelona faces constraints that prevent them from signing him in January. This is because the club is looking to secure the services of Vitor Roque, and the existing salary cap limitations do not allow for additional transactions during the mid-season transfer window.
The scenario is expected to change in the summer when Barcelona intends to bolster their midfield and forward positions by bringing in at least three or four new recruits. This will provide them with more flexibility and options for acquiring players, including the possibility of bringing Thiago Alcántara back to the Camp Nou.