FC Barcelona's surprise option to reinforce the centre of defence

FC Barcelona want to strengthen the centre of defence during the 2025 transfer market. The doubts surrounding the future of Ronald Araújo, Andreas Christensen and Iñigo Martínez in Barcelona have forced the Catalan club to open this file, since the transfer of the first two is seen with good eyes in the club to make money, while the Basque's contract expires at the end of the season and there is still no news about his renewal.

For this reason, from the offices of the Spotify Camp Nou they begin to study different alternatives and several names appear in the 'casting' of centre-backs. The favourite of the sports management and Hansi Flick is Jonathan Tah, who could land in Spain with a free transfer under his arm. However, the competition for his signing seems to be difficult, so the Catalans are handling other options to 'cover their backs'.

Jorrel Hato, Barça's 'dark horse' for defence

In this sense, Jorrel Hato appears to be one of the surprise candidates for the Catalan club. According to 'El Nacional.cat', the Blaugranas have been following him closely for a long time and have very good reports on his performance. At 18 years old, the Dutch defender is one of Ajax's most important pieces and has even worn the captain's armband on more than one occasion.

However, it will not be a cheap operation, since the 'ajacied' team is known for being a very good seller. The footballer is valued at 30 million euros according to 'Tranfermarkt' and clubs such as Manchester United, Arsenal and Atlético de Madrid have also reportedly sounded out his signing, so the Catalans will have to 'push' if they finally decide to go for the promising centre-back.