Overview
- Reports on Monday show Marc Casadó is expected to depart Barcelona before the summer window closes and is actively exploring options outside Camp Nou.
- Casadó has made clear he prefers to stay in European football where he believes he can compete at a higher level and secure regular playing time.
- Al-Hilal and other Saudi clubs have returned with concrete approaches near €30 million and have progressed on personal terms with the player.
- Barcelona are holding a €30–40 million valuation and have left Casadó out of pre-season friendlies as they press to sell to free squad space and raise funds for targets such as Rodri.
- Agent Jorge Mendes is working to find European suitors, with interest reported from Premier League clubs and AC Milan, and the coming fortnight is likely to decide whether Barcelona lower their price or the player accepts a Saudi offer.