Many around Catalonia may have been shocked last summer after Hansiflik’s arrival, but Barcelona has embarked on a sensational rise under the former buyer Munich boss.
Reclaiming their Laliga crown and enjoying the iconic silverware sweep, the Spanish heavyweights are already beginning to prepare to defend their crown next season.
However, while the mood around Catalonia may be red hot, this week’s Barca was hit by a real summer blow.
The 22-year-old announced a screeching U-turn on Friday despite agreeing to personal terms with Spanish international Nico Williams over the blockbuster move to Know Camp.
Flick’s side reportedly became furious as athletic Bilbao announced Williams had placed his pen on paper for his surprising new 10-year deal in the Basque Country.
Rafinha and 17-year-old Sensation Raminyamal may have spearheaded Barcelona’s domestic sweep last season, but it’s no secret that Barcelona is seeking attack reinforcements this summer.
Following Williams’ public rejection, it is suggested that Barca is lining up a pair of Premier League superstars, returning to the board that grabs their attention.
Louis Diaz – Liverpool
Mohamed Sara may have stole a lot of headlines around Anfield last season as Egyptian Talisman fired Liverpool on the 20th domestic crown that makes history, but Louis Diaz certainly played more than a helping role.
Since arriving from Porto in January 2022, Columbia International has been a smash hit and an important part of Arne Slot’s Maiden campaign.
However, with only two years in his current contract and still involved in the troublesome negotiations on a potential extension, it has been suggested that Diaz could be open to leaving Anfield this summer.
It was reported earlier in the week that in addition to Saudi Arabia’s interest, Bayern Munich saw an approach rejected by the newly crowned Premier League champions.
Liverpool may have made it clear that they don’t intend to cash in on Diaz this summer, but Barcelona has identified the 28-year-old as their new standout target.
Despite being knocked back after his first approach to Liverpool last month, Flick is a huge admirer of 64 Cap International and is eager to insist on what is considered a real coup.
barcelona Barcelona is planning a new approach for Luis Diaz in the days/weeks after Nico signs.
Liverpool has already closed doors to both Barca and FC Bayern in recent weeks. It’s not an easy thing.
Marcus Rashford is still keen on Barca’s move.
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-Fabrizio Romano (@fabrizioromano) July 4, 2025
Marcus Rashford – Manchester United
It’s no secret that Marcus Rashford’s return to Manchester United hasn’t been a long time since he spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa.
At the heart of what became a public divorce from his boyhood club, the 27-year-old is said to be not part of Reuben Amorim’s future plans, and the Red Devils are actively looking to drive him out of the Old Trafford exit.
However, it appears that England International was enjoying football once again, registering four direct target contributions in 10 Premier League appearances at Villa Park last season.
Now at the crossroads of major careers and confirming that Villa will not activate Rashford’s permanent clause, United’s academy alumni have made it clear that his sole focus is to secure a Spanish switch this summer.
Continuing from the January transfer period, Rashford is prioritizing joining Barcelona and is even pleased to carry out significant wage cuts to force a move to Catalonia.
It is well documented that United has placed a £40 million price tag on the 62-cap International.
The decision was also made by Mar Man United and Rúben Amorim, the exit of Marcus Rashford, the club’s side.
Barcelona remains Marcus’s favorite option in the summer window, but nothing has progressed at this stage + more options are available.
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-Fabrizio Romano (@fabrizioromano) July 4, 2025