According to Radio Marca, FC Barcelona is considering Villarreal's Ayoze Pérez as a plan B. Journalist David Sánchez reports that the striker's profile has unanimous support within the Catalan club and is highly appreciated by coach Hansi Flick. Pérez is under contract until 2028 with a negotiable release clause of around €30 million, and Sánchez also stated the player would be ready to do everything possible to secure a move.