Barcelona look set to part ways with long-serving backup goalkeeper Iñaki Peña at the end of the season, with reports from Fichajes indicating that the 26-year-old is eager to leave in search of regular first-team football.

After spending much of his professional career in the shadow of Marc-André ter Stegen, Peña appears ready to embrace a new challenge — and Sevilla has emerged as his most likely destination.

A product of La Masia, Peña has been a loyal servant to the club, offering dependable cover when called upon. However, with Ter Stegen firmly entrenched as Barça’s No. 1, opportunities for Peña have remained scarce. With his contract set to expire, a departure this summer seems inevitable — and it could prove to be a smart career move for the Spaniard.

Sevilla, who are planning a significant squad overhaul after a disappointing campaign, view Peña as an ideal candidate to become their long-term solution between the sticks. The appeal of a fresh project at the Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, combined with the chance to be a starter, is reportedly swaying Peña in their direction. Celta Vigo have also been linked with the La Masia graduate, but Sevilla are currently ahead in negotiations.

For Barcelona, Peña’s departure would mark the end of a development journey that began over a decade ago. While his exit on a free transfer is unlikely to raise any funds, it could open the door for one of Barça’s younger goalkeeping prospects to step up, or perhaps even prompt a move in the market for a new backup.

Though Peña never truly got the chance to cement his place in the first team, he leaves with the respect of the fanbase and coaching staff alike — a consummate professional whose patience and dedication did not go unnoticed. As he prepares for the next chapter of his career, Barça fans will be watching with interest to see how he fares as a starter in La Liga.

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