FC Barcelona continues to evaluate various options to strengthen the team ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window. At this point, one of the positions being considered to strengthen is the left-back. Despite having a high-level talent with great potential like Alejandro Balde, supported by another academy player like Gerard Martín, it is clear that any attractive opportunity to improve the squad will be seized.
In this context, one of the names recently mentioned as a possible left-back reinforcement is Álvaro Carreras, currently at SL Benfica. Although this option is on the table, competition from other clubs is intense, which could complicate his arrival. However, the Catalan team might have a 'trump card' in this search, a player who had not been previously linked to Barcelona.
There are rumors that Barça is considering the option of signing Alphonso Davies to strengthen the left-back position. Taking advantage of the uncertainty surrounding his situation at Bayern Munich, despite being a key figure in Vincent Kompany's system at the Bavarian club, his contract expires on June 30, 2025, and his renewal seems unclear at this time.
Barcelona does not rule out exploring options to sign Alphonso Davies in 2025
As reported in 'SPORT', Barcelona had shown interest in Alphonso Davies before, but did not act due to belief that the player would join Real Madrid in the 2024-25 summer transfer window. Although negotiations seem close to a positive outcome, they have not been finalized yet, leaving the door open for other teams interested in the Canadian.
In this regard, at Barça, it is clear that if they wish to make an offer for Alphonso Davies, whether in January at a lower price or wait for the next window in 2025 when he becomes a free agent, the transaction could pose a significant economic challenge. This is because it is expected that the Canadian, being one of the best in his position in the world, would demand a stellar salary.
Just look at what he currently earns at Bayern Munich, where he receives a total of 11.2 million euros gross per season. Matching these earnings could prove difficult for Barcelona, which is still grappling with the 1:1 rule compliance.
The main obstacle regarding Davies' transfer to Barça
Now, it remains to be seen if FC Barcelona will venture to make such an acquisition and if they can meet the economic demands of Alphonso Davies. Various sources speculate that the Canadian could be asking for a signing bonus that exceeds 10 million euros and a gross salary that surpasses 20 million euros, figures befitting a true 'star' like him.
However, there is no certainty whether Barcelona would be in a position to match Davies' demands. Additionally, it is not ruled out that Barça's competitors in this deal, like Real Madrid or more recently Manchester United, could indeed be willing to mount an offensive in this regard.