Just one out of three defenders will keep at Barcelona after Jonathan Tah’s transfer – report

Barcelona’s plans to strengthen their squad subsequent summer time with the potential addition of Jonathan Tah on a free switch have led to uncertainty about the way forward for a number of key centre-backs. 

In line with AS, gamers resembling Andreas Christensen, Eric Garcia, and Ronald Araujo could also be vulnerable to leaving the membership as soon as Tah joins, as Barcelona’s sporting administration is eager to herald the skilled German defender. 

It’s stated that Tah is very regarded by Hansi Flick, who sees him as a dependable addition to the squad, and even the administration is happy with this operation as no switch payment is concerned.

Solely on stays

The doable arrival of Tah would probably imply that Barcelona might want to half methods with no less than two of their present centre-backs. 

Pau Cubarsi and Inigo Martinez are anticipated to stay on the membership, so the gamers almost definitely to be moved on are Christensen, Garcia, and Araujo. 

For that matter, Christensen and Garcia, particularly, are seen because the almost definitely candidates to depart, as their future at Barcelona seems unsure.

What about Araujo?

Barcelona need Ronald Araujo to resume his contract. (Photograph by David Ramos/Getty Photographs)

Araujo, who has now recovered from damage, is in a extra advanced state of affairs. His contract is ready to run out in 2026, and Barcelona have made it clear that he shall be put up on the market if he doesn’t renew his contract. 

Whereas Araujo is open to staying at Barcelona, he might have to simply accept the membership’s monetary provide, which could not meet his expectations. 

His state of affairs is a stark distinction to a couple months in the past when he was contemplating leaving the membership.

Suitors for Christensen and Garcia

As for Christensen and Garcia, each gamers nonetheless have potential suitors. Christensen has struggled with accidents this season and is unlikely to function a lot within the coming months. 

Then again, Girona, have proven curiosity in bringing Garcia again to the membership. He has performed extra minutes as a midfielder than as a centre-back this season, and with Araujo’s return, his alternatives to play as a defender shall be restricted. 

Barcelona will probably look to promote each Christensen and Garcia, hoping to make a revenue from their departures.