Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has been linked with a possible move to Saudi Arabia, according to Diario AS. The 22‑year‑old is reportedly aware that he will face stiff competition for minutes in the first team.
The report highlights that Casado’s prospects for regular playing time could be reduced once Gavi returns from injury and with Tommy Marques emerging as an option in midfield. Those developments are said to be prompting Casado to consider his short‑term opportunities on the pitch.
The piece cites recent precedents: Gabri Veiga’s 2023 move to Al‑Ahly surprised many, yet he later returned to Europe and signed for Porto. Aymeric Laporte also made a comparable move to Al‑Nassr from Manchester City before returning to European football and joining Athletic Club.
While Saudi clubs have succeeded in attracting high‑profile players with lucrative contracts, the report suggests it would still be surprising if Casado elected to swap Barcelona for a permanent switch to the Saudi Pro League.
