Barcelona is in the final stages of securing striker Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund. Personal terms with the 24-year-old forward have been agreed upon, leaving only the negotiation of the transfer fee with the German club. The expected price is around €30 million, although Dortmund values Adeyemi closer to €40 million. To reduce the cost, Barcelona is considering including some of their players in the deal, notably Héctor For, Marc Casado, and Roony Bardghji.
Adeyemi’s arrival will increase competition on the wings where Barcelona already have Raphinha, Anthony Gordon, and promising youngster Lamine Yamal. Because of this, the club is preparing to part ways with Roony Bardghji, who occupies the same position as the new signing. Talks with Bardghji’s agents are scheduled soon to decide his future; the club prefers a sale with a buy-back option but does not rule out a permanent transfer for a significant fee. English clubs have shown interest, making England the probable destination.
One key consequence of Adeyemi’s transfer is that Marcus Rashford’s chance to return to Barcelona is now virtually closed. The attacking unit is complete, and there is no space for an additional winger. Barcelona’s option to sign Rashford has expired, and he likely won’t join even if Manchester United offers a low transfer fee. Rashford’s door could only reopen if Barcelona fails to secure a number nine or if Raphinha departs.
Including players like Casado and For in the deal makes practical sense. Marc Casado is no longer a key part of the squad under coach Hansi Flick, so a player-plus-cash deal could be mutually beneficial. Similarly, Héctor For’s inclusion aligns with Barcelona’s strategic planning, potentially facilitating smoother negotiations and squad management.
This approach not only strengthens Barcelona’s squad with a talented forward but also optimizes roster size, addressing the overabundance of players in certain attacking positions. The transfer sets the stage for a well-balanced lineup where both young and experienced players can secure meaningful playing time.
Final steps in agreement with Borussia Dortmund remain, but current developments suggest the deal will conclude soon, marking a major step in Barcelona’s transfer activity for the 2027/28 season.
