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Analysing Barcelona’s summer transfer window

A brief look at how Barcelona fared in the summer transfer window.

Sushan Chakraborty by Sushan Chakraborty
6th October 2020
in Barcelona, Football, La Liga, Luis Suarez
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Sergino Dest joined Barcelona from Ajax in the summer transfer window. (Image Credits: Twitter)

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After the departure of “defensive-minded” Ernesto Valverde, everyone expected Barcelona to return to normalcy, play football the “right way.” New boss, Quique Setien, was tasked to take the fight to Zinedine Zidane’s Real Madrid, who themselves were looking to find their footing in the Spanish top-flight. 

An unusual COVID-struck season later, Real Madrid celebrated their 34th La Liga title, while Barcelona sat hopelessly on the sidelines, surrendering their pride and trophies.

Setien, of course, was eventually thanked for his services and let go, urging Barcelona to start looking for a new manager. They somehow managed to bring in club legend, Ronald Koeman, to try to save the sinking ship. 

Despite not being a favourite for the job, the former Netherlands coach has started the season strongly, leading Barcelona to seven points from their opening three games.

Lionel Messi, who was on the verge of leaving the club in the summer, also looks a lot more settled and is gearing up to make a tangible impact. 

The Blaugrana have brought in a couple of fresh faces to keep the regulars on their toes. However, it would be up to the coach and the club veterans to guide Barcelona out of this mess, and it’d certainly be interesting to see how they tackle the daily challenges. 

Today, we’ll take a look at Barcelona’s performance in the summer transfer window and try to figure out the shape they’re in — at least on paper. 

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Miralem Pjanic — From Juventus in a swap deal with Arthur 

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This move was finalised before the end of the 2019/20 campaign but has come into effect from the new season. The central midfielder, who has joined from Juventus, is a good addition to Barcelona’s stacked midfield and could help them unlock tricky defences.

He’s not the youngest member of the squad, of course, but still has a few years of good football left in him. 

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Siempre nos enfrentarán al maximo, pero nunca deberán creer en poder ganar ?? . A tough taste of @laliga – Getting ready to bite it ?? #BarçaSevilla #ForçaBarça

A post shared by Miralem Pjanić (@miralem_pjanic) on Oct 4, 2020 at 3:15pm PDT

Sergino Dest — €21m from Ajax

The young and promising full-back has joined Barcelona from Ajax and is an important addition to the squad. The US international has already made his debut for Barcelona, coming off the bench in the 1-1 draw against Sevilla, but couldn’t do anything of note.

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? D E S T I N Y ?❤️

A post shared by FC Barcelona (@fcbarcelona) on Oct 2, 2020 at 6:32am PDT

With a bit of patience, Sergino Dest could become an asset to the squad and a regular on the right flank. 

Francisco Trincao — €31m from SC Braga

Signed from SC Braga for just over €30 million, Francisco Trincao, for the time being, is more of an afterthought in the Barcelona dressing room. He is primarily a right-winger but can play more centrally or even the opposite wing, if required. 

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Muy contento con la victoria y por el debut ??

A post shared by Francisco Trincão (@trincao) on Sep 28, 2020 at 5:12am PDT

Matheus Fernandes — €7m from Palmeiras

Barcelona snapped up Palmeiras talent, Matheus Fernandes, for a reported €7 million in the summer transfer window. The 22-year-old is expected to provide cover for the likes of Frenkie de Jong and Sergio Busquets. 

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Foco total pra mais uma semana de treino intenso. Vamos!!! ?? ?? ?? @fcbarcelona Enfoque total para otra semana de entrenamiento intenso!! ?????? @fcbarcelona #FcBarcelona #MesQueUnClub

A post shared by Matheus Fernandes (@matheusfernandes) on Sep 1, 2020 at 8:09am PDT

Pedri — €5m from UD Las Palmas

The Blaugrana secured Pedri’s services from UD Las Palmas in the month of August. The attacking midfielder is a promising prospect and is capable of making a solid impact with his precise passes and underrated vision. 

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? New numbers for @carlesalenya, @pedrii_8 & @trincao!

A post shared by FC Barcelona (@fcbarcelona) on Sep 26, 2020 at 3:03am PDT

Departures

Arthur Melo — To Juventus in a swap deal with Miralem Pjanic

Barcelona sold one of their most prominent midfielders to Juventus for a player plus cash deal. They got Miralem Pjanic in return, of course, alongside €12 million. 

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Good team effort, never surrender!! ?? Happy for my debut in @seriea. ??? #FinoAllaFine #ForzaJuve #RomaJuve

A post shared by Arthur Melo (@arthurhmelo) on Sep 27, 2020 at 2:51pm PDT

Luis Suarez — To Alteico Madrid for free 

After enjoying an insane spell at Barcelona, the club’s third-highest scorer, Luis Suarez, was sold to La Liga rivals Atletico Madrid. The transfer saw him move to Madrid for free, which enraged a big chunk of Barcelona fans. 

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Debut soñado ganando y ayudando al equipo! ⚽️⚽️ Muchísimas gracias a todos por el apoyo de siempre! ?⚪️#graciasatodos #AupaAtleti #siemprepositivo

A post shared by Luis Suarez (@luissuarez9) on Sep 27, 2020 at 10:58am PDT

Nelson Semedo — €30m to Wolves

Right-back, Nelson Semedo, was sold to Premier League outfit Wolverhampton Wanderers for €30m. The move financed Dest’s eventual move from Ajax. 

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Well played team Lets keep working Molineux ?

A post shared by Nelson Semedo ???? (@nelsonsemedo50) on Oct 4, 2020 at 11:15am PDT

Carles Perez — €11m to Roma

Academy graduate, Carles Perez, never managed to get his fair shot at the Barcelona senior team, which worked as the primary instigator behind this move. The Blaugrana sold the right-winger to AS Roma for €11m, concluding a forgettable chapter. 

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New week. Same focus. ⚡️? #ASRoma

A post shared by Carles Pérez (@carlesperez7) on Oct 5, 2020 at 10:02am PDT

Marc Cucurella — €10m to Getafe

Marc Cucurella, who also graduated from Barcelona’s famed academy, spent the last season on loan at Getafe. The move was made permanent, this season, for €10m. 

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Partidazo del equipo para conseguir una gran victoria. Seguimos trabajando!!! #AupaGeta ?⚽️

A post shared by Marc Cucurella (@cucurella3) on Sep 29, 2020 at 3:10pm PDT

Ivan Rakitic — €1.5m to Sevilla

After serving the Camp Nou outfit for six years, Ivan Rakitic was allowed to rejoin his boyhood club, Sevilla. Barcelona sold the midfielder for €1.5m. 

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FINAL! ?Barça 1-1 Sevilla

A post shared by FC Barcelona (@fcbarcelona) on Oct 4, 2020 at 1:52pm PDT

Arda Turan, Arturo Vidal, and Rafinha

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? Agreement with @psg for transfer of @rafalcantara . Thank you and good luck! ? Acuerdo con el Paris Saint-Germain para el traspaso de Rafinha. ¡Muchas gracias y buena suerte! ? Acord amb el Paris Saint-Germain per al traspàs de Rafinha. Moltes gràcies i bona sort!

A post shared by FC Barcelona (@fcbarcelona) on Oct 5, 2020 at 3:31pm PDT

All three players were allowed to join their respective clubs for free. Arda Turan moved to Galatasaray, while Arturo Vidal and Rafinha joined Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, respectively.  

Also Read: Transfer Deadline Day 2020: The biggest deals that happened

Tags: Arthur MeloArturo VidalBarcelonaFrancisco TrincaoLa ligaMiralem PjanicNelson SemedoSergino Dest
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