Marc Casado’s next move hinges on final days of Barcelona transfer business

Marc Casado is expected to decide his future between Sunday and Monday, with the Barcelona midfielder increasingly likely to leave the club in the final days of the transfer window.

Casado has been aware of his uncertain position for several months and, together with his agent Jorge Mendes, has been assessing the options available to continue his career away from Barcelona.

According to Sport, several clubs have contacted Casado’s representatives to establish the conditions of a potential deal. The player would prefer to remain at Barcelona, but the congestion in midfield has made it considerably harder for him to secure the amount of playing time he wants.

That situation has made Casado one of the most sought-after players on Barcelona’s list of potential departures. The club value him at about €40m, although they could be willing to accept a slightly lower fee.

Interest from Saudi Arabia has been one of the major developments in recent weeks. At times, a move there appeared to be gaining significant momentum, while on other occasions the possibility seemed to lose ground. The Saudi option remains available, but it is not the only destination under consideration.

Clubs in England and Turkey, as well as those in Saudi Arabia, are among the markets that have pushed hardest to sign Casado. The player is continuing to examine the projects on offer before deciding which one best suits his ambitions.

Barcelona had hoped to resolve his situation earlier in the window and conveyed that preference to Mendes. The agent has remained in regular contact with the club’s sporting department throughout the transfer period.

However, Casado and Mendes believe it is worth waiting a few more days before reaching a final conclusion. The closing stages of a transfer window can produce new opportunities as clubs respond to unexpected developments or urgent squad requirements.

Casado already has proposals on the table, but he wants to understand all of his options before choosing his next destination. For that reason, all indications are that any departure is likely to be completed close to the end of the transfer window.

Barcelona have asked Mendes to keep the club informed of negotiations and any significant developments. The club understands, however, that the final decision belongs to the player.

The outcome will depend not only on the offers already received but also on whether new possibilities emerge during the final days of the market. Casado’s preference is still to remain with Barcelona, yet the competition for places in midfield has complicated his prospects of regular minutes and left his future unresolved.

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