Barcelona is looking to strengthen their central defense this summer, seeking to address ongoing issues in that area. The club decided not to replace Iñigo Martínez immediately but aims to bring in a player with a similar profile during the upcoming transfer window.
One leading candidate is Argentine defender Marcus Senesi, who will become a free agent after departing Bournemouth next June. The Premier League club has confirmed Senesi is not part of their plans for the new season, allowing Barcelona to pursue him without paying a transfer fee.
Senesi has attracted interest from clubs including Tottenham Hotspur but reportedly prefers to join Barcelona. This move aligns well with Barcelona’s sporting and financial strategy, especially given the club’s constrained budget and existing priorities.
Adding Senesi would enable Barcelona to reinforce a problematic defensive position in an economical way, addressing squad needs without significant spending. Talks are expected to advance in the coming weeks as Barcelona prepares a formal offer.
