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Barcelona succumbed to a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Las Palmas in LaLiga on Saturday, November 30. Raphinha's goal proved a mere consolation, although the Catalan giants remain at the top of the league table for now.
Meanwhile, Marc Pubill has confirmed that he was in talks to join Barca this summer. Elsewhere, a Danish defender has insisted that he wants to stay at Camp Nou.
On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from December 1, 2024.
Marc Pubill confirms Barcelona's interest
Marc Pubill has revealed that he was in talks to move to Barcelona this summer before a move broke down. The Spanish right-back has been an omnipresent figure for Almeria this season, registering 13 appearances across competitions.
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The Catalans remain on the hunt for a specialist right-back, with Jules Kounde filling in at the position for now. Pubill's name continues to make the rounds and a move could materialize.
Speaking to Manu Amor, the 21-year-old added that the LaLiga giants' poor finances scuppered a move this summer.
“Yes, it was close. We knew from the start that it was going to be complicated due to the issue of Barça’s fair play and in the end, it didn’t happen, but it was close. Yes, it’s always exciting (to know that Barcelona are keeping tabs on him),” said Pubill.
Pubill's contract with the LaLiga2 side expires in 2029.
Andreas Christensen wants to stay
Andreas Christensen has reiterated his desire to continue his stay at Barcelona. The Danish defender's contract expires in 2026 and his future at the club remains doubtful.
The player has registered just one appearance this season and is currently out with an Achilles tendon injury. While he is expected to be back in action in January, recent reports have suggested that the LaLiga giants are considering his exit in 2025.
However, speaking to TV 2 Sport, the 28-year-old insisted Barca are looking forward to having him back on the pitch.
“You can’t do anything but smile when you don’t hear anything. I can only talk about the conversations I’ve had with the club and so far they’ve only told me to recover well and that they are looking forward to my return to the pitch. Yes, of course (he hopes to remain a Barcelona player),” said Christensen.
Andreas Christensen arrived at Camp Nou on a Bosman move in 2022 following the expiry of his Chelsea contract.
Barca identify Robert Lewandowski's replacement
Barcelona have shortlisted Viktor Gyokeres and Jonathan David as possible replacements for Robert Lewandowski, according to Fichajes. The Polish striker's contract at Camp Nou reportedly expires in 2025.
However, an automatic renewal clause will be triggered if he achieves a preset number of appearances this season. While the 36-year-old has scored 22 goals from 20 games across competitions this campaign, the LaLiga leaders are eager to lay down succession plans.
Gyokeres has been outstanding for Sporting this season, registering 24 goals from 20 games across competitions. However, he is under contract with the Portuguese side until 2028 and is expected to cost a hefty fee.
Interestingly, David is available on a Bosman move next summer, and he could be an enticing option for the Catalans. However, recent reports have suggested that Newcastle United have their eyes on the Canadian, who has scored 13 goals in 21 games across competitions this season.
