Barcelona Seeks €210 Million Loan for Summer Signings

Barcelona is looking to enhance its ability to maneuver in the summer transfer market by applying for a €210 million loan, aimed at providing the financial liquidity needed to secure new signings during the transfer window.

According to Cadena SER, the loan will be secured against future revenues from broadcasting rights through a financing process known as Senior Media Notes, and will not cover the cost of the Anthony Gordon deal, as it will be allocated to facilitate new contracts and player registrations.

Meanwhile, Sport reported that Barcelona continues to face challenges related to Financial Fair Play regulations, alongside delays in the redevelopment of Spotify Camp Nou, prompting management to seek financial solutions that provide short-term liquidity.

The club plans to utilize this funding to complete several deals, most notably João Cancelo and Karim Adeyemi, aiming to give coach Hans Flick more options to bolster the attack ahead of the new season.

The Spanish newspaper added that Barcelona has reached an agreement with Karim Adeyemi regarding personal terms, while Jorge Mendes continues to bridge the gap between all parties. Borussia Dortmund values the player at around €40 million, with the possibility of agreeing to a sale for an offer close to €30 million, given that his contract expires in 2027.

Despite progress in negotiations for Adeyemi, Julián Álvarez remains Barcelona's primary target to strengthen the attack, as the club continues to search for a suitable arrangement to reach an agreement with Atlético Madrid.