Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans eyeing Brazilian ace, PSG end Dani Olmo pursuit, and more - December 30, 2024

Barcelona next face Barbastro away in the Copa del Rey Round of 32 on Saturday, January 4. Hansi Flick's team are third in the LaLiga table after 19 games, three points behind leaders Atletico Madrid.

Meanwhile, the Catalans are interested in a Brazilian midfielder who plays for Corinthians. Elsewhere, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are no longer pursuing a move for Dani Olmo.

On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from December 30.

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Barcelona eyeing Bruno Bidon

Barcelona have set their sights on Bruno Bidon, according to SPORT. The Brazilian midfielder is highly rated in the country and has been in fine form with Corinthians.

The Catalans have been following his development with interest and recently scouted him in the prestigious Copinha tournament earlier this year. Corinthians won the tournament, with Bidon playing a key role in the final.

The 19-year-old's efforts have earned him admirers at Camp Nou. The LaLiga giants are always on the lookout for emerging talents and have now included Bidon on their wish list.

While the youngster has excelled as a No. 10 in his country, he could suit the left-forward role at Barcelona. The player has a market value of €8m and should the club manage to secure a deal, the teenager is likely to be integrated into the youth ranks.

Biden has appeared 53 times for Corinthians this year, registering two goals and four assists. His contract runs until 2028, but Catalans sporting manager Deco's cordial relationship with the Brazilian club could work to the LaLiga giants' advantage in the race.

PSG end Dani Olmo pursuit

Dani Olmo's future remains uncertain

PSG have cooled their interest in Dani Olmo, according to SPORT. The Spanish midfielder arrived at Camp Nou this summer from RB Leipzig, but Barcelona only managed to register him until December 31.

The situation has added to speculation regarding Olmo's future, with multiple clubs linked with the player. The Parisians have also been named as an interested party of late, but it is now believed that they are not in the race to sign the 26-year-old.

PSG's sporting manager Luis Campos reportedly has a good relationship with Deco and the two have an unwritten pact not to interfere in the other's business. Meanwhile, Dani Olmo also has no desire to leave the Catalans and is determined to excel at the club.

Catalans no longer interested in Jonathan David

Jonathan David

Barcelona have shelved their plans to sign Jonathan David in 2025, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Canadian forward's contract with Lille expires at the end of this season and he hasn't signed a new deal yet.

Recent reports have suggested that the Catalans are among the clubs interested in signing the player for free at the end of this season. The LaLiga giants are looking for a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski and reportedly have David on their wish list.

The 24-year-old has registered 17 goals and five assists from 26 games across competitions this season and could be a fine fit for the job. However, it is now believed that Barcelona are not convinced that the player would be a good fit into their tactical setup.

Meanwhile, the entire move is likely to be a costly affair, given that David is expected to demand a joining bonus. As such, the Catalans have decided to shelve their plans to take him to Camp Nou.