Hansi Flick brings Barcelona closer to signing Real Madrid’s first target in the transfer market

Barcelona is close to securing one of Real Madrid’s top transfer targets for the upcoming summer window, following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season. The Catalan club aims to strengthen its squad by acquiring some of the world’s best players as part of its plan to return to the summit of European and global football.

Alphonso Davies, the Canadian full-back currently at Bayern Munich, has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, but recent reports suggest he is now more inclined to join Barcelona. While Real Madrid had hoped to sign Davies on a free transfer once his contract with Bayern expires in the summer, this move was delayed last year.

Now, according to *Team Talk*, Barcelona is well-positioned to sign the defender next summer. Additionally, Davies is reportedly open to reuniting with his former coach at Bayern, Hansi Flick, and would be excited about this possibility. Flick has even urged Barcelona to make a formal offer for Davies, who will be available as a free agent.

However, Barcelona’s pursuit faces stiff competition, with Manchester United and Real Madrid also interested in the player. Bayern Munich, meanwhile, is eager to extend Davies’ contract, but the two sides have yet to reach an agreement, signaling that his time at the club may be coming to an end.