Barcelona’s January signing of João Cancelo has had an immediate impact, but injuries to Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde have exposed the team’s limited depth at fullback positions.
In response, sporting director Deco has identified Alejandro Grimaldo as a priority target for the upcoming summer transfer window. Grimaldo, a former La Masia graduate currently at Bayer Leverkusen, is reportedly available for around €15 million despite his contract running until 2027.
At 30 years old, Grimaldo brings extensive experience, having played nearly 300 matches in the Bundesliga and Primeira Liga. His desire to return to Spain, combined with a reasonable salary demand, makes him a practical and appealing option for Barcelona’s current economic climate. The Bayer Leverkusen president, a Barcelona supporter, is unlikely to obstruct the deal.
This potential transfer could stabilize Barcelona’s defense by reducing reliance on Cancelo and providing much-needed reliability at fullback. Given the recent injury setbacks, securing Grimaldo would be a smart move to maintain the team’s competitiveness moving forward.
