Reports Link Saudi PIF to €40m+ Bid for Barcelona Midfielder Marc Casado

Overview

• 365Scores, cited by Sport and relayed by Football España, reports Saudi representatives plan to meet Marc Casado’s agents, with the Public Investment Fund ready to back an offer exceeding €40m if he signals interest.
• Barca Blaugranes adds that the PIF is targeting younger profiles this summer and that a €40m proposal could test Barcelona’s resolve given their financial constraints.
• Casado remains contracted to Barcelona until 2028, and multiple reports say the club is working on a renewal to protect value despite his reduced role this season.
• After last summer, Casado signed with Jorge Mendes, whose established links in the Middle East are highlighted in coverage as a potential pathway to a Saudi move.
• Reports last summer suggested a €30m exit with West Ham and Wolves mentioned, but Casado chose to stay at Barcelona; current reporting notes fewer minutes and suggests he is reluctant to leave despite limited game time.