Barcelona’s financial troubles are expected to worsen before improving, as the club needs to raise €100m to make any transfer deals.

The financial struggles at Barcelona have been a matter of concern for the club, as they face the challenge of raising a substantial amount of money in order to make new signings. Reports indicate that Barcelona will need to raise approximately €100 million (£85m/$108m) to bolster their squad for the upcoming season, with La Liga requiring the club to balance their budget for the current season before any investment in new players.

To address this financial gap, Barcelona has been exploring various strategies, including legal action to recover funds owed by a German company related to a deal from the previous summer. Additionally, the club is expected to incorporate the €60m (£51m/$65m) from the sale of Barca Studios into their salary budget, contributing to the overall financial situation.

A potential approach to raise the necessary funds involves the possible sale of high-earning players such as Robert Lewandowski and Frenkie de Jong by the end of the Spanish tax year on June 30. While this move may assist in aligning the budget for the 2023-24 season, it may not fully address the financial challenges for the upcoming transfer window.

These financial constraints could have implications on the club’s ability to register new signings for the 2024-25 season due to salary limitations if the financial matters are not resolved promptly. As Barcelona aims to build a competitive team for the upcoming seasons, there is a pressing need to explore alternative revenue streams in the coming months to strengthen the squad during the transfer window, ultimately enhancing their prospects in La Liga and the Champions League.