The latest transfer news surrounding FC Barcelona includes a new link to Olympiacos midfielder Christos Mouzakitis. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 32 possible arrivals and 6 potential exits, with the hottest storyline currently revolving around Marcus Rashford. The items below detail the latest news on the most important transfer rumours.
Christos Mouzakitis
On Friday, it was reported that Barcelona likes Olympiacos midfielder Christos Mouzakitis, and several other top European clubs are also interested. Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich are among the interested clubs, while it is also reported that Paris Saint-Germain is monitoring the player. At present, no official offers have been made and no negotiations have started, with Mouzakitis's contract with Olympiacos running until 2029.
Lennart Karl
Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain are admirers of Bayern Munich's 17-year-old German attacking midfielder, Lennart Karl, as of Friday. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City have also remained in contact regarding his situation. Sources confirmed that Arsenal and Liverpool specifically inquired about the teenager ahead of his 18th birthday. Despite this interest, those close to Karl state he only sees his future at Bayern Munich, and according to a source who spoke to TEAMtalk, the player is determined to become a central figure for the club. To secure the player, Bayern reportedly has an agreement to extend his contract on his birthday, and talks are also ongoing about a potential further four-year extension.
Dušan Vlahović
'Tuttosport' and 'Sport' reported on Thursday that Dušan Vlahović wants to join FC Barcelona and has communicated this to his agents. Vlahović is prioritizing the club and is waiting for its representatives to approach him. His contract with Juventus is valid until June 30, 2026, and FC Barcelona cannot afford large expenditures.
Harry Kane
On Thursday, Xavier Vilajoana, a candidate for the FC Barcelona presidency, posted a large photo of Harry Kane in a Barcelona shirt on social media and promised that Kane being in a Barça-shirt is not impossible if he becomes president. Vilajoana stated that while the highest priority is taking care of La Masia players, the club should always look at opportunities to attract talent. He said that they can make it happen and end the financial chaos, adding that a vote for him is a vote for an ambitious Barcelona.
Marcus Rashford
According to reports in Spain on Thursday, the initial meeting concerning Marcus Rashford resulted in a €60m (£52m) deal that Barcelona must decide whether to accept. Barcelona's initial plan was to request another loan for Rashford, but Manchester United has stated that they will only consider transfer offers. As Manchester United is refusing to renegotiate the terms, Barcelona has begun to consider signing Rashford with the intention of selling him for a higher price. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the financial aspect is crucial for a deal to be completed this summer and that Manchester United's position is clear. Romano explained that Barcelona is very satisfied with Rashford's performances and would like to keep him permanently, noting there is a buy option clause of €30 million, but Barcelona would prefer to negotiate the fee. According to Romano, the financial aspect is crucial, and Manchester United's position is that the €30m clause agreed upon last summer remains valid.
Julián Álvarez
According to 'Cadena SER' on Friday, Atlético Madrid is demanding 200 million euros for Julián Álvarez. Earlier in the day, Talavera on El Larguero of Cadena SER stated that Álvarez is more likely to renew his contract with Atlético de Madrid than to move to another team.
Bernardo Silva
On Friday, El Nacional reported that Pep Guardiola has informed Bernardo Silva that Manchester City will not retain him beyond this season. Barcelona is considered a likely destination.
For the very latest updates, be sure to check the FC Barcelona club page.
