Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Hansi Flick wants Bayern Munich ace, Catalan giants receive Rafael Leao boost, and more - November 10, 2024
Barcelona travel to the Reale Arena on Sunday, November 10, to face Real Sociedad in the league. Hansi Flick's team arrive at the game on top of the LaLiga table after 12 games.
Meanwhile, Hansi Flick has instructed the Catalan giants to bring a Bayern Munich full-back to Camp Nou. Elsewhere, the Spanish giants have received some good news in their quest to sign Rafael Leao.
On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from November 10, 2024.
Hansi Flick wants Alphonso Davies
According to journalist Christian Falk, Hansi Flick is eager to be reunited with Alphonso Davies at Camp Nou. The Canadian speedster first rose to prominence under Flick at Bayern Munich and transformed into a world-beater.
The German manager is eager to rekindle that partnership at Barcelona in 2025. Davies is in the final year of his contract with the Bavarians and hasn't signed a new deal yet.
The Catalan giants already have Alejandro Balde in their squad, but the Spaniard has failed to hit a higher gear due to a lack of competition. The LaLiga giants will have Alex Valle back from his loan spell at Celtic next summer for the job.
However, Barcelona are also enticed by the prospect of signing Davies on a Bosman move at the end of this season. Winning the race for the 23-year-old, unfortunately, won't be easy.
His exorbitant wage demands are posing an issue with his renewal at the Allianz Arena. The Catalans are already on the backfoot with their finances and may be able to match Davies' expectations. Meanwhile, the player is also wanted at Real Madrid and Manchester United, which could complicate matters.
Barcelona receive Rafael Leao boost
Rafael Leao is ready to join Barcelona next summer, according to SPORT. Recent reports have suggested that the Portuguese is unsettled at AC Milan and is looking for his next adventure.
Leao is under contract with the Serie A giants until 2028 and reportedly has a €175m release clause in his deal. However, the Rossoneri are willing to let him for €80-90m.
Barca have apparently had their eyes on the 25-year-old for a while, and believe he could add another dimension to their already enviable attack. The LaLiga giants' financial situation is expected to improve next year, so they could be able to afford a move.
Alejandro Grimaldo wants Camp Nou return
According to El Nacional, Alejandro Grimaldo is keen to return to Barcelona in 2025, The Spanish left-back was outstanding for Bayer Leverkusen last season, helping them to a league and cup double.
Grimaldo registered 12 goals and 20 assists from 51 games under Xabi Alonso, establishing himself as one of the finest in his position in Europe. The player has been in good touch this season but has already expressed a desire for a new adventure next summer.
He would ideally like to rejoin the Catalan giants, as he believes he has unfinished business at Camp Nou. The 29-year-old rose through the ranks at Barcelona but had to leave before he could earn his first team stripes.
However, the LaLiga leaders are not eyeing him at the moment, so a move at the end of this season looks unlikely.