Barcelona Prepare New Contract for Marc Casado

Overview

• Sport, as cited by Football España, reports Barcelona have begun work to tie down the 22-year-old with hopes of reaching an agreement before the campaign ends.
• Casado’s playing time has fallen under Hansi Flick, with Frenkie de Jong and Pedri preferred and expectations that Gavi and Marc Bernal will feature more.
• Football España says Casado is content to remain for now but would consider a summer exit if his minutes diminish further.
• Reported interest comes from Saudi clubs, Atlético Madrid and Manchester United, with Atlético attempting a deal last summer that ultimately fell through.
• Yahoo Sports, citing Diario Sport, reports his current contract runs to 2028 with a €100 million release clause, and that Barcelona intend to intensify extension talks.