20-year-old midfielder Marc Casado has been a regular fixture in Barcelona’s first team squad this season, although he has struggled to play much, despite absences for the likes of Pedri, Gavi and Frenkie de Jong.
This, along with the fact that Casado is out of contract in the summer, has led to his future looking unclear. However, Barcelona have now made their move to add clarity to the situation, as it’s been reported by Fabrizio Romano that negotiations are now underway in regards to a new deal.
🚨🔵🔴 EXCL: Barcelona have opened talks with talented midfielder Marc Casadó over new long term deal.
Understand talks are ongoing over three year contract until June 2027.
🇪🇸 Talks are already advancing well as Barça consider Casadó an important talent for present and future. pic.twitter.com/PHyv5Ru7zM
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 18, 2024
🚨 Barcelona have opened contract talks with Marc Casadó with the objective of reaching an agreement until 2027. @FabrizioRomano pic.twitter.com/fFCUMfDFHr
— barcacentre (@barcacentre) April 18, 2024
Barcelona are willing to offer Casado a new three-year contract. His current deal has a one-year extension that can be triggered by the club, but they would prefer to agree new terms with the youngster.
Barcelona count on Casado for the future, as given that he acts as a pivot, he could play a crucial role for next season – this could especially be the case if the first team manager’s role is handed to Rafa Marquez, who has coached him over the last couple of years at Barca Atletic.
