The FC Barcelona continues to make moves in the winter transfer market with the intention of strengthening its attack. Faced with difficulties in finalizing the loan deal for Marcus Rashford, the club's main target, the Catalan team has turned its attention to Leroy Sané. The German winger is emerging as a viable option to bring imbalance and experience to the Blaugrana's offense.
The interest in Sané is not coincidental. Hansi Flick, Barcelona's current coach, is well aware of the player's abilities after working with him in the German national team and at Bayern Munich. His versatility to perform on both wings, and even as a false nine, makes him an interesting piece to cover various positions in the attacking front. Moreover, his situation at the Bavarian club has changed under Vincent Kompany's leadership, where he has lost prominence, opening the possibility of an exit.
Barcelona sets sights on Leroy Sané
Barça is not in the best financial situation, but the proximity of the end of Sané's contract with Bayern could facilitate a low-cost operation. This is crucial for the Catalan club, which aims to free up salary space with the potential departure of Ansu Fati to bring in new talents.
Sané offers speed, individual imbalance, and proven experience in major competitions, attributes that Flick deems essential to strengthen the team. Although Rashford remains the primary target, the German option is seen as a solid alternative if the Englishman does not end up at Camp Nou.
With the market open, Barça continues to explore all avenues to ensure a competitive attack in the second half of the season, and Leroy Sané could be the piece that provides the necessary jump in quality.
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