The great challenge that awaits Andreas Christensen at FC Barcelona

Andreas Christensen is going through what is probably his most difficult moment at FC Barcelona. His problems with his left Achilles, which forced him to undergo surgery, have kept him on the sidelines since August, and his return is expected at the end of January.

Although Barça are convinced that the player will return fully recovered from his tendinopathy, there are doubts about his participation in the second half of the season. The 'overbooking' in the centre of defence complicates his presence in the team, which is why the Catalans, as of today, have paused his renewal and are willing to listen to offers as long as all parties benefit.

Christensen, who landed in Barcelona in 2022 and is linked to the club until 2026, has performed at a regular level since his arrival and the Catalans are satisfied with his professionalism. However, Hansi Flick's ideal duo would be Pau Cubarsí and Ronald Araújo, while Iñigo Martínez has earned a place in the squad and his renewal is a fact.

Christensen's challenge at Barça

This situation would leave Christensen 'fighting' for a place in the rotation alongside Eric García, but the problem lies in the Dane's desire for prominence. The fact that he will not have quality minutes from January could lead to his departure from Barça, so the player will have to 'push' to earn a place in Flick's scheme and, later, make a decision in the summer, as reported by 'SPORT'.

So far, Andreas has not wanted to listen to offers and has made it clear that his intention is to continue wearing the Barça shirt. Despite this, his decision could change if he is relegated to the bench, a scenario that could be taken advantage of by several clubs on the continent.

The centre-back is in the market, and teams from the Premier League and Serie A have shown interest in signing him. Barça would be happy to move him as they believe they could make a good profit from his sale, but everything will be subject to the Dane's decision if he is not able to win himself back into the starting line-up.