Juventus is trying to request the loan of one of Barcelona's defenders in January

The FC Barcelona, according to what has recently been discussed by various sources of information, will not turn to the winter transfer market in search of additions to strengthen the squad for the closing of the 2024-25 season, focusing on the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, although the option of exploring the loan of a defensive midfielder does not seem to be ruled out. However, an aspect that has not been talked about much is the possible departures that the Blaugrana team could facilitate in this January transfer window.

In this sense, one of the names that has been singled out as a potential candidate for a change of scenery is the 28-year-old Danish defender, Andreas Christensen, who is currently recovering from Achilles tendon tendinopathy in his left leg. His return to the field is expected to be close for January. However, given the current circumstances of the club, this return could be complicated for the Culé.

The defense of FC Barcelona seems to be well established, with Pau Cubarsí and Iñigo Martínez forming a solid defensive duo. Additionally, Ronald Araújo is fully recovered and ready to compete for a place in the Barcelona defense, with Eric García also as an option to reinforce the defensive line.

Given these circumstances, the opportunities for Andreas Christensen to play as a defender seem quite limited, especially in the midfield area, where the former Chelsea player can also operate. Barcelona has an established double pivot with Marc Casadó and Pedri González, supported by players like Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, and even Eric García, who can also play in that position.

Juventus does not rule out asking Barcelona for the loan of Andreas Christensen in January

Therefore, it would not be surprising if Barcelona considers the option of seeking a new destination for Andreas Christensen, even during this winter transfer market. This situation would not have gone unnoticed by Juventus of Turin, a team that apparently would be interested in requesting the loan of the Danish defender in this transfer window.

As reported by Italian journalist Alfredo Pedullà, the 'Vecchia Signora', taking advantage of the good relations it has with Barcelona, would be evaluating the possibility of requesting the loan of Andreas Christensen to reinforce a defense that has suffered significant absences of Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal due to injuries to the anterior cruciate ligaments of their left knees. The natural options left in the position are only Danilo, Pierre Kalulu, and Federico Gatti.

In this scenario, it would not be surprising if Thiago Motta, the coach of 'Juve', has requested the addition of another defender to give greater depth to the squad, and Andreas Christensen could be a suitable option both in sporting and contractual terms. Although it is worth remembering that, according to the aforementioned source, the 'Bianconeri' would also have been interested in Ronald Araújo, but negotiations for his departure seem more complicated. However, with the player from Allerød, the situation could be different. Will they let him go or will the Dane continue to be a valuable asset for Barcelona? Only time will tell.