A recent report from journalist Javier Miguel via AS has confirmed that Barcelona defender Marcos Alonso is on the exit ramp this summer.
The former Fiorentina and Chelsea defender, who moved to Catalonia in September 2022, has not been registered in La Liga yet due to his high salary.
Although Xavi and his coaching staff like the player, the manager is aware of the club’s situation and what needs to be done to avoid that.
The journalist also reports that Alonso is already probing the English Premier League to see if anyone’s interested in his acquisition.
Alonso has technically lost his place
Alonso was an important part in Xavi’s plans in his debut season at Barcelona. Thanks to his versatility, the manager was able to use him across various defensive positions.
However, with Inigo Martinez signed this summer and Joao Cancelo also close to arriving from Manchester City, there appears to be no place for Alonso in the first team.
In the central defence, the manager has Martinez, Andreas Christensen, Ronald Araujo, Eric Garcia and Jules Kounde to count on.
On the left side, Alejandro Balde is already an unassailable presence and even Cancelo can play in that position.
Recent events not ideal for anyone
Although Alonso is liked by everyone at Barcelona, the recent turn of events has not been ideal.
Since Barcelona are desperately trying to get within the salary margin in order to accommodate new players, the former Chelsea defender is likely to be sacrificed since his exit will free almost €5 million in the account.
So far, Xavi has not given the green light to his exit, but the player is believed to be preparing his contingencies.
As the aforementioned outlet quotes, Unai Emery’s Aston Villa happen to be Alonso’s big admirers and have sent in a concrete offer.
Gerard Romero confirms that along with the Premier League offers, the defender has also received inquiries from Saudi Arabian clubs.
As far as the player is concerned, he has informed his representatives that he hopes to fulfil the year he has agreed with Barcelona. However, since the market is already very volatile, the player is prepared for any outcome.
