The former Barcelona star, who left the team last summer and refused to renew his contract, is now asking to return, but Joan Laporta is closing the door on him

A young player in the English Premier League is facing limited opportunities to feature in the first team, despite his exceptional performances in European competitions. This has led him to consider a return to the club where he started his career, hoping to continue his growth.

The former Barcelona player, who left the club last summer after declining a contract renewal, is now seeking a return. However, Barcelona president Joan Laporta is not receptive to this request.

According to the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Marc Guillou gained recognition on the European stage with his impressive performances in the Conference League, where he became the tournament’s top scorer. With six goals in the group stage, Guillou emerged as one of Chelsea’s standout players. Despite his success in Europe, his frustration over a lack of playing time in the Premier League led him to express a desire to return to Barcelona.

Guillou’s request to return to Barcelona is at odds with Joan Laporta’s firm stance. Laporta has made it clear that players who leave the club before proving their worth will not be easily welcomed back. Guillou’s decision to leave for Chelsea last summer surprised many, particularly given his potential. However, he believed that Chelsea’s project would provide him with more opportunities.

Now, after a challenging period with limited appearances since August, his situation has grown more difficult, and his European success has not changed his role within Chelsea’s setup. Meanwhile, Barcelona continues to focus on supporting players who have shown commitment to the club. Laporta and the sporting directors insist that young talents must demonstrate their loyalty and willingness to develop within Barcelona’s framework, which currently excludes a potential return for Marc Guillou.