Barcelona continues to assess its players' performance during the current season in preparation for the upcoming summer transfer window, as several positions have shown weaknesses, primarily the left-back position, according to the newspaper 'Mundo Deportivo'. This position is one of the most pressured areas of the team in this season's matches.

Despite Hans Flick relying on 22-year-old Alejandro Balde, the player's performance has not reached the expected level, while the alternatives, 23-year-old Gerard Martin and 18-year-old Geoffrey Torrents, have not reached the required readiness to be actual substitutes in a sensitive position like left-back.

In this situation, Barcelona keeps an eye on the transfer market, especially since the club already tried last summer to sign 30-year-old Alex Grimaldo. The newspaper explained that Grimaldo remains on the club's list of interests, especially since his contract with Bayer Leverkusen ends in a year and a half and includes a clause allowing him to move to a Spanish club for 15 to 20 million euros.

Barcelona's management sees Grimaldo as a realistic and suitable option compared to other names like Nuno Mendes from Paris Saint-Germain or Gvardiol from Manchester City, who are difficult to negotiate due to their long contracts and their clubs' strong economic positions.

On the right side, the situation is more stable within the club, with Kounde and Eric Garcia continuing to play their roles despite originally being center-backs. Kounde has proven successful in adapting to the position, while Garcia has delivered convincing performances that prompted the management to consider renewing his contract.

However, signing a player capable of enhancing the system remains an option, such as Dutchman Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan, whom Barcelona was interested in last summer before being hindered by financial fair play rules.

Portuguese Joao Cancelo from Al Hilal Saudi Club also remains among the potential options, as he possesses high offensive capabilities and can play on both sides. Meanwhile, Colombian Daniel Munoz from Crystal Palace does not hide his desire to move to Barcelona in the upcoming period.

Between evaluating the present and planning for the future, Barcelona continues its search for the best options to strengthen its defensive flanks and restore balance to the back line in the coming season.