Sunderland want Barcelona midfielder as Hansi Flick’s decision pushes exit closer
Sunderland is in negotiations to sign Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado as the player seeks a move away from the Spanish club. Casado has been training separately from the main squad after being informed he is not part of manager Hansi Flick's future plans.
Why it matters
This transfer highlights the high-stakes movement of talent in professional European football and the financial restructuring of major clubs like Barcelona.
Marc Casado 's time at Barcelona appears to be moving towards its final chapter, with Sunderland now emerging as a serious contender for the midfielder's signature.
The 22-year-old has found himself on the outside of Hansi Flick's plans, and the signs around his future have become difficult to ignore.
As reported before, Casado has been training separately from the main group for weeks as Barcelona and his representatives look for a solution before the transfer window closes.
Now, according to Mundo Deportivo , Sunderland have joined the growing list of Premier League clubs monitoring the Barcelona academy graduate.
The English side is understood to be in discussions over a potential move, giving Casado a possible route to remain in European football.
Barcelona are open to selling Casado. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
The Marc Casado transfer situation has been developing for some time.
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