Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans receive Luis Diaz boost, Hansi Flick wants Bayern Munich ace, and more - December 21, 2024
Barcelona welcome Atletico Madrid to the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Saturday, December 21, in LaLiga. Hansi Flick's team are tied on points with Los Rojiblancos but lead the table on goal difference.
Meanwhile, the Catalans have received a boost in their efforts to sign Luis Diaz. Elsewhere, Hansi Flick has set his sights on a Bayern Munich midfielder.
On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from December 21, 2024.
Barcelona receive Luis Diaz boost
Luis Diaz would like to join Barcelona if he leaves Liverpool, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Colombian forward has been in sizzling form for the Reds this season, scoring nine goals and setting up three more in 22 games across competitions.
The Merseyside club are pleased with his efforts and want to tie him down to a new deal. However, renewal talks have hit a standstill, prompting speculation regarding Diaz's future.
While the player is under contract with the club until 2027, he is ready to join the Catalans. The 27-year-old is valued at €80 million, which makes him beyond the LaLiga giants' transfer budget.
Barcelona are a fan of the footballer and are keeping a close eye on his situation. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and AC Milan are in the race for the Colombian as well. Liverpool could also return with an improved offer for Luis Diaz, given that he remains a key figure under Arne Slot.
Hansi Flick wants Joshua Kimmich
Hansi Flick is planning a reunion with Joshua Kimmich at Barcelona, according to journalist Christian Falk. The German midfielder remains a key figure under Vincent Kompany at Bayern Munich.
Kimmich has played every minute of every game for the Bavarians this season, but his contract at Allianz Arena expires in just over six months. While the German giants are likely to try and tie him down to a new deal, the 29-year-old is keeping his options open.
Kimmich enjoyed immense success under Flick at Bayern Munich and the German manager now wants him at Camp Nou. The Catalans are yet to sign a replacement for Sergio Busquets and the German midfielder could be ideal for the job. Manchester City are reportedly eyeing Kimmich as well.
Newcastle United are eyeing Eric Garcia
Newcastle United are planning a move for Eric Garcia in January, according to Football Transfers. The Spanish defender is surplus to requirements at Barcelona and could be allowed to leave in 2025.
Garcia has registered 12 appearances across competitions for the Catalans this season, but only five of them have been starts. The LaLiga giants are well stocked at the back, with Pau Cubarsi and Inigo Martinez working very well together this season.
Hansi Flick also has Ronaldo Araujo and Andreas Christensen on his rooster and could let Garcia leave for a proper fee in the winter. Newcastle United have identified the 23-year-old as a possible replacement for Jamaal Lascelles. Garcia is under contract at Camp Nou until 2026.