Barcelona to meet with super agent Jorge Mendes to discuss four players – one who is likely to leave this summer
Barcelona links with super-agent Jorge Mendes are well documented, and the Portuguese is set to touch down in the Catalan capital once again next week, with four key topics on the agenda.
The first is the renewal of youngster Guille Fernandez, for which discussions have been held in recent weeks. The 16-year-old is out of contract this summer, and is considered one of the brightest talents at La Masia. He currently plays for the under-17 team, and has six goals in 11 appearances for the Spanish under-17s, despite being a midfielder. He has also played eight times for Barca Atletic this season.
So Joao Felix and Joao Cancelo will be discussed again, although there has been no real change of stance reported, but talks are on the horizon with Atletico Madrid and Manchester City to keep the Portuguese duo. Atletico Madrid are said to be interested in Vitor Roque in exchange for Felix, while Barcelona are keen to keep both on the same terms – Manchester City want to sell Cancelo.
Luis Díaz is aware that he can only join Barcelona if Raphinha leaves. He is ready to wait to fulfill his childhood dream. @ffpolo, @RogerTorello
— Barcacentre (@barcacentre) June 24, 2024
But the most interesting topic could be that of Ansu Fatisay Sport. Fati will be given the opportunity to test Hansi Flick in the pre-season, but the reality is that the Blaugrana are planning next season without Fati. His exit is more likely to be a loan, given the high wages and falling value, but the player himself believes that he deserves a chance to prove his worth again.
Fati has been linked with a return to his native Sevilla this summer on loan, and few will be willing to risk a permanent deal with his spell at Brighton and Hove Albion convincing no one that he is back to what he was. The 21-year-old is in something of a cyclical situation, unable to get fit due to a lack of minutes, and struggling to earn more minutes due to his lack of fitness.
