

There is clearly cause for concern over the left and right back positions. Alejandro Balde lacks a strong backup, and Joao Cancelo is now on loan; it would be costly to acquire him permanently. Not to mention, the contracts of Sergi Roberto and Marcos Alonso expire in the summer. In addition to the front line's poor play, Barcelona has to permanently address their left-wing issues.
As a result, Barcelona has reportedly focused on Mats Wieffer of Feyenoord, according a SPORT report. Barcelona has had their eye on the 23-year-old for some time. The team is pleased with the reports from their several scouting trips with him. Wieffer is regarded as having exceptional technical talent and is capable of playing both as an inside and as a no. 6. At about 1.9 metres, he possesses exceptional athletic ability and can challenge most opponents in the centre of the pitch.