Atlético de Madrid could try to lure Marc Casadó and FC Barcelona in the winter market with an offer for the 22-year-old midfielder. The '17' for Barça has lost prominence this season under Hansi Flick, being surpassed by Eric García as an alternative to Frenkie de Jong in midfield.
The manager found a place for him in some matches (like in the Cup against Guadalajara) playing him as a right-back, but the truth is that Casadó is playing less and less and Barça no longer looks unfavorably on a possible loan or transfer. The player from Sant Pere de Vilamajor has accumulated 786 minutes of action in 17 matches (9 as a starter) and one assist in the first half of the 25/26 season.
In that regard, **Diego Simeone** would be interested in bringing Marc to an Atlético that recently confirmed the departure of **Conor Gallagher**. The Englishman decided to return to his country with **Tottenham**, in a deal that will leave around 40 million euros in the 'Colchoneros'' coffers.
How much would Atlético offer for Marc Casadó?
In principle, the latest information indicates **an initial offer in the region of 25 'kilos' for Casadó**. Furthermore, Atlético would significantly improve his salary, which currently hovers around 1.2 'kilos' gross per year
The midfielder has a contract until 2028 and his release clause remains at 100 million. A loan move is also not ruled out, but for now, Barça does not look favorably upon this option.
First, because Hansi Flick has the '17' as a substitute, beyond having reduced his appearances in recent weeks. Marc has not been in the starting XI since the Copa del Rey visit to **Guadalajara** and, in the **Spanish Super Cup**, he remained on the bench in both matches
In case of considering the departure of the homegrown player, Barça would prefer to negotiate a transfer. The club does not yet operate under the 1/1 rule and, looking ahead to next summer, needs cash in hand to amortize the signing of a top '9'. Casadó is valued at around €25 million, and the Blaugrana team had already rejected offers of around €30 million from several English clubs months ago.
Joao Cancelo's Signing, Another Problem for Casadó
For Marc Casadó, for now, the possibility of a change of scenery is not being considered. However, the midfielder's ostracism may be even greater in the coming weeks following the signing of Joao Cancelo. Any opportunity Flick might have considered to field the '17' as a replacement for Jules Koundé will be affected by the presence of the Portuguese defender.
Cancelo arrives to fight for a place as a full-back on either side, with the right being his natural position. The loan of the Portuguese player cost Barça around 4 million, but for now, all that remains is to resolve the departure of Marc-André ter Stegen, provided the goalkeeper agrees to go on loan to Girona.
Will Casadó accept negotiating with Atlético or other clubs this month? The winter transfer window closes on February 2nd, and the Barcelona squad is leaving the players' futures in their hands. If any player asks to leave, the board is open to listening to offers.