What are Hansi Flick's demands from Barcelona management?
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has asked sporting director Deco to sign a new centre-back before the 2024 summer transfer window closes, following recent injuries to defenders Araujo and Christensen. The request comes as Barcelona seek to meet Financial Fair Play requirements, working to complete a new sponsorship deal with Nike. The club has submitted a draft to La Liga to ensure that Financial Fair Play conditions are met before the market closes. If Barcelona succeeds in concluding the Nike deal, it could allow the club to look for additional reinforcements in defence and possibly sign a left winger, although the possibility of signing Neco Williams from Athletic Bilbao has become "impossible". The club is also seeking additional funding from the sale of "Barca Vision", but the actual impact on the financial situation depends on the completion of the Nike deal, which could provide between 30 and 40 million euros.