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·21 July 2025

Barcelona Nears Third Summer Signing as Flick Targets New Fullback

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Denzel Dumfries and Grimaldo on shortlist as Barça rebuild continues under Flick

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Barcelona Nears Third Summer Signing as Flick Targets New Fullback


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Barcelona's closing in on completing its key squad upgrades for the upcoming season having already secured the signings of goalkeeper Juan Garcia & winger Marcus Rashford for just over 26 million euro combined.

What’s Missing from the Squad?

Despite squad depth across several positions new manager Hansi Flick has made it clear: he wants top level fullback to complete the puzzle.

Two standout names have emerged:

  • Denzel Dumfries (Inter Milan) .. a dynamic right back with 25m euro release clause set to expire in 10 day.
  • Alex Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen) .. a technically gifted left back though Barcelona’s inquiry remains informal for now.

Barca’s financial team expects no issues registering Rashford & Garcia thanks in part to ter Stegen’s long term injury which opens path under la liga's salary rules.

By early Aug the club anticipates returning to the 1:1 rule under Financial Fair Play. This'll allow for greater flexibility in player operations including 2 potential sales (defender & midfielder to restore balance)

Flick's Plan - Securing the Left Back Position for the Future

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