Barcelona\u2019s recent run of results has exposed the club\u2019s weaknesses, including the lack of a proper backup for the midfield trio of Pedri, Marc Casado, and Dani Olmo.<\/p>\n
While Barcelona has a solid lineup with Frenkie de Jong and Gavi, neither player is fully integrated into the team at the moment, causing difficulties in incorporating them into Xavi\u2019s plans.<\/p>\n
This highlights the need for Barcelona to strengthen their midfield, especially with De Jong facing an uncertain future.<\/p>\n
Although Barcelona should not lack midfielders in the transfer market, one player in particular seems to have caught Xavi\u2019s attention.<\/p>\n
According to Fichajes, the German coach is \u2018in love\u2019 with Tijjani Reijnders, who has become one of Xavi\u2019s top priorities.<\/p>\n
Reijnders has recently been linked with a potential move to Barcelona, especially after doubts grew about his long-term future at AC Milan.<\/p>\n
Although later reports suggested a possible contract renewal with Milan, it seems Barcelona won\u2019t give up easily and will seriously pursue the player in the near future.<\/p>\n
Reijnders\u2019 ability to contribute both defensively and offensively has made him a favorite of Xavi, who is determined to have the Dutchman at his disposal next season.<\/p>\n
However, given Reijnders\u2019 impressive performances in Serie A, Milan will be well aware of the interest surrounding the player and could demand a significant fee for his services next summer.<\/p>\n
It remains to be seen whether Barcelona\u2019s board will back Xavi with the funds needed to secure Reijnders in the upcoming transfer window.<\/p>\n
The player\u2019s valuation in the title was sourced from transfermarkt.com at the time of publication.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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