If a player from Liverpool opts against renewing his contract, it opens the possibility for his departure during the next transfer window. Despite his considerable prowess as a midfielder, he harbors a desire to explore opportunities outside of England. Interestingly, FC Barcelona, his former club, emerges as the frontrunner to secure his services once again.
As reported by Sport daily, the intrigue surrounding 32-year-old Thiago Alcántara has captured the attention of the reigning Premier League champions. However, the ultimate decision regarding his future rests with Liverpool, who possess the authority to activate his release clause at the conclusion of the ongoing season.
FC Barcelona’s enduring financial struggles are poised to influence their strategic decisions for the upcoming season. Despite concluding the 2022/23 fiscal year with a positive financial margin, the club remains burdened by outstanding financial obligations, compounded by the impending adjustment of the salary cap in compliance with LaLiga’s financial fair play regulations in the summer of 2024.
Consequently, the club is inclined to prioritize the recruitment of cost-effective talent to bolster the squad, a tactic that has yielded dividends in previous transfer windows. Thiago Alcántara, whose contract with FC Barcelona expires in June, was previously linked with a potential move to Turkish side Trabzonspor during the summer transfer window, although no agreement materialized.
Even in the event of Thiago becoming a free agent, FC Barcelona’s pursuit of other targets, notably Vitor Roque, coupled with the constraints of the salary cap, precludes the possibility of securing additional deals in January. However, the landscape may evolve in the summer, with the club setting its sights on reinforcing both midfield and attacking positions with the recruitment of at least three or four new players.