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Barcelona are third in La Liga after 19 games, three points behind leaders Atletico Madrid (41), who have played a game less. The Blaugrana have just one win in their last five games, losing thrice, including the last two.
Meanwhile, the Spanish giants aren't planning to remove Hansi Flick from the hot seat at Camp Nou. Elsewhere, the Blaugrana are interested in Sevilla midfielder Lucien Aboume.
On that note, here's a look at the key Barcelona transfer stories as on December 23, 2024:
Barcelona trust Hansi Flick
Barcelona remain fully behind manager Hansi Flick despite the club's recent struggles on the pitch, according to SPORT. The Blaugrana are on a poor run of form that has seen them drop to third in the standings.
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The La Liga giants have lost six games across competitions this season, which is the same number of defeats they registered in the 2023-24 campaign. Five of them have been in the league, including four in the last seven games, where they have registered just one win. Their latest loss was a 2-1 home defeat to leaders Atletico at the weekend.
Barcelona enjoyed a blistering start under Flick, and a 4-0 demolition of Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu in October sent fans into a frenzy. However, teams have unlocked Flick's defence recently, adding to speculation regarding his future.
However, the club remain firmly behind the German manager and believe it's simply a tough phase that will pass. President Joan Laporta is angry following the defeat to Atletico, but it's more at the result than the team's performance. The La Liga giants are confident that Flick can turn things around in January.
Blaugrana eyeing Lucien Agoume
Barcelona are eyeing a move for Lucien Agoume in 2025, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Blaugrana have identified the midfield as an area that needs immediate assistance following the defeat to Atletico.
Agoume has popped up on their radar after a series of impressive outings for Sevilla. The 22-year-old joined the club from Inter Milan this summer and has become a key part of Garcia Pimienta's squad.
The Frenchman has registered 18 appearances across competitions, starting 13. The Blaugrana are pleased with his efforts and want to prise him away in 2025.
However, a move will be complicated, as Sevilla only own 50% of the player's rights. Interestingly, they could buy another 40% of Agoume's rights by paying Inter €4 million, which could allow Sevilla to sell him next summer.
Barcelona not planning January additions
Barcelona aren't planning to invest in the squad in January, despite their recent slide, according to SPORT. It was reported that the La Liga giants aren't planning to invest in the squad at the turn of the year.
The club remain under financial distress and want to refrain from splashing the cash in the winter. It was also suggested that the Blaugrana are confident that they have enough quality in the squad to see out the season.
Interestingly, their recent struggles have sparked talks of a chance in stance in the winter. However, the club have no desire to hit the panic button at the moment.
