"Barcelona are preparing for a major defensive rebuild ahead of the summer transfer window, with the club prioritising the signing of a left-footed centre-back. According to Sport, one name high on their shortlist is Micky van de Ven, the 24-year-old Tottenham defender who has quickly established himself as one of the Premier League's most explosive defenders. Van de Ven, who is under contract until 2029, would not come cheap. Tottenham value him extremely highly, and any formal approach is expected to require a significant financial package. Even so, Barcelona are monitoring him closely, especially amid growing reports that the Netherlands international is keen to leave the club this summer."
"The Catalan giants have made it clear that, due to financial constraints and the need for strategic squad building, they do not intend to move for a defender in January. Instead, all defensive reinforcements are planned for the summer, when the club expects more flexibility in both budget and squad registration. Van de Ven is not the only candidate Barcelona are evaluating. The shortlist includes several high-profile names across Europe: Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund) A commanding, left-footed defender with strong aerial presence and passing range."
Barcelona intend to rebuild their defence in the summer and prioritise signing a left-footed centre-back. Micky van de Ven of Tottenham is a key target due to his age, athleticism and Premier League form, but Tottenham value him highly and he is under contract until 2029. Financial constraints prevent a January move; the club expects greater budget and registration flexibility in the summer. Other targets include Nico Schlotterbeck, Alessandro Bastoni and Marc Guehi, each with differing profiles and transfer complexities. Van de Ven stands out among the options for Barcelona's requirements.
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