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FC Barcelona Explores Defensive Reinforcements: Murillo Santiago And Other Targets For Summer Transfer

FC Barcelona is looking to strengthen their defense for next summer and has several center-backs in mind. At first, Jonathan Tah seemed to be their main target, but talks have slowed down after Ronald Araujo renewed his contract.

FC Barcelona is looking to strengthen their defense for next summer and has several center-backs in mind. At first, Jonathan Tah seemed to be their main target, but talks have slowed down after Ronald Araujo renewed his contract. Now, the club is looking at other options, with Murillo Santiago being a possible choice. The Barcelona board is carefully thinking about their options to improve the defense while keeping a good balance between money and strategy. As the summer transfer window gets closer, their plans for defense are still flexible as they try to find the best player to help them achieve their long-term goals.

Barca Eyes Defensive Reinforcements Amid Potential Departures

Barca is still considering signing another center-back in the next summer transfer window, even though Ronald Araujo has renewed his contract and Iñigo Martínez is likely to stay. The possible exits of Andreas Christensen and Eric García, who might look for new opportunities in the summer, have led the club to search for an experienced defender for the 2025-26 season. Sergi Domínguez is also being considered. While Barcelona was close to signing Jonathan Tah, with a verbal agreement made at the end of 2024, Araujo’s renewal has raised some doubts. Tah, who is also being pursued by Bayern Munich, might think twice about joining a club where he isn’t guaranteed a starting position.

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Murillo Santiago Emerges As A Potential Summer Signing For Barca

Recently, Murillo Santiago has been mentioned as a possible option for FC Barcelona to strengthen their defense next summer. The Brazilian defender, who currently plays for Nottingham Forest, has had a strong 2024-25 season. He started in 20 out of 21 league games, showing his physical power and skill in one-on-one defending. However, signing him won’t be easy. Nottingham Forest bought him from Corinthians in 2023 for 12 million euros, but his value has now risen to 50 million euros. The club is asking for at least 35-40 million euros for the 22-year-old. Despite the high price, Murillo is excited about the chance to play in the Champions League with Barcelona.

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