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Barcelona has started to make moves in the market, and according to sources close to the club, Ivan Perisic is shaping up as one of the first reinforcements that could materialize. The Croatian winger, whose contract with PSV is ending, is of particular interest to Hansi Flick, who already worked with him during his time in Germany. If this operation materializes, it would have an immediate impact on the pursuit of Marcus Rashford, whose signing would lose momentum at Camp Nou.
Ivan Perisic could overshadow Marcus Rashford
The German coach sees in Perisic a player capable of providing experience, sacrifice, and solutions from the bench, qualities he considers essential to strengthen the group. His free arrival facilitates the operation in an economic context that is still delicate for the Blaugranas. At 36 years old, the Croatian international continues to show a remarkable physical level, and his versatility on the wing is attractive for a squad that needs depth without compromising the budget.
The sporting direction also values the silent leadership that the player has demonstrated in his recent clubs. Perisic, with a career marked by tactical discipline and reliability, would fit smoothly in the locker room and could have a similar role to the one he played at Bayern under Flick's command when the Bavarian club won the Champions League in 2020.
The Croatian's signing would significantly reduce the need to seek a similar profile in the market, directly affecting plans involving Rashford. While the Englishman is still favored by part of the coaching staff, his arrival would entail a high cost that could now be redirected to other priorities. Therefore, Perisic could be the chosen one to bring balance and experience to a squad aiming to reach the top again.
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