Barcelona will try to strengthen the squad this summer, by making smart moves despite the club’s dire financial situation.
Reputable reporter Fabrizio Romano had confirmed that Marcos Alonso wants to leave Chelsea this summer for Barcelona, after six years at the club.
The Italian journalist confirmed on Twitter that Alonso has told the Chelsea board about his desire to move to Spain this summer.
The 31-year-old already has a verbal agreement in place with FC Barcelona to join the club, and Barcelona are believed to be in talks with Chelsea for Marcos Alonso.
Alonso is being seen as a good backup option to Jordi Alba, who’s 33.
Meanwhile, there’s good news for the club as Barca has received a major boost in improving the club’s financial situation after the board approved two measures that will provide the club with a huge cash injection.
Barcelona are under financial pressure to balance their books ahead of the deadline in the coming weeks with their financial year ending on 30 July.
According to Metro, Barcelona’s board members have voted in favour of the sale of future merchandising and television rights.
The successful vote gives club president Joan Laporta and his directors the green light to sell 49.9% of the club’s Barca Licensing and Merchandising (BLM) subsidiary and 25% of its La Liga television rights revenues over the coming years. Both were passed by huge majorities — 88% for BLM and 84% for TV revenues.
Reports suggest the moves could bring in close to £600million which will be used to offset the club’s debt – which stands at over £1billion – and improve the playing squad this summer.
This now means the club would be under less financial pressure.
Surely, Barcelona would definitely come out of this position and resume its position as Spain’s best club side.
