Marc Pubill: The right-back that Barça could sign next summer

The need for FC Barcelona to acquire a right-back to provide rest and competition for Jules Koundé, means that the Catalan team must activate to search among so much variety for that desired player. In this context, one of the names that stands out as a favorite for the Barça management is Marc Pubill, who plays for UD Almería in the Second Division of Spanish football.

The native of Catalonia is a versatile and powerful full-back who is set to become one of the best in his position. In addition to that, his youth and potential adaptability to the playing style currently managed by Barcelona thanks to the work of Hansi Flick make him a piece that could fall like a 'gift' for the culé team. His ability with the ball, good footwork, and strength in defense make him a player to watch for any big team.

Pubill knows that the opportunity to join Barcelona is unique and that he cannot let it pass, which is why he has shown willingness to come to the City of Barcelona, according to various media. At the same time, Marc is also convinced by the idea of returning to his homeland. Likewise, this situation could be very well exploited by the Andalusian team, which needs to generate income and understands that letting the right-back leave for a good price would be best for all parties.

What Barcelona must pay to secure Marc Pubill

The 21-year-old defender has a contract with UD Almería until 2029 and a release clause of €40 million, so both clubs will have to sit down to negotiate. Although it is believed that Barcelona could take the full-back from the 'indálico' club for around €20 or €25 million. Pubill is a 'low-cost' option, and the azulgranas are aware of this; therefore, negotiations would need to take place in the coming months to secure a player who has no shortage of interested clubs.

The player from Terrassa was close to leaving last August to Atalanta de Bergamo, a team that offered €15 million plus €5 in variables, but the transfer fell through when the 'nerazzurri' requested to conduct medical tests again. Apparently, the full-back had an injury to his left knee, which seemed a bit strange since the player has played the 2024-25 season without any issues.

Marc Pubill's performance in the 2024-25 season

Pubill has maintained a good performance in the current campaign, which has led Rubi Ferrer to consider him an important part of the sports project of UD Almería. Marc has accumulated 2,225 minutes in 30 matches, in addition to contributing one goal and one assist between LaLiga Hypermotion and Copa del Rey.