After running into the Unai Simon wall for a long time, Barça ended up forcing the lock on Athletic Bilbao thanks to the young 17-year-old player, who scored 23 seconds after coming into play and for his first steps as a professional. Unknown to the general public, the Spaniard went from the shadows to the light by offering a precious success to the Blaugrana on October 22 to the delight of the public at the Montjuic stadium and his coach, Xavi.
Seduced by his technical and athletic qualities, the former Spanish international intends to integrate him into his plans in the future. SPORT informs us this Sunday that the reigning Spanish champion plans to offer a long-term contract to the native of Granollers, who appeared twice in the Champions League this season and who will reach the age of majority at the beginning of January. If for the moment, no date or release clause have been set, Xavi intends to strengthen Marc Guiu, considered a promising number 9 who risks being closely monitored by the European leaders. At the club since the age of 7, the main player has no intention of packing up and intends to establish himself in the long term in Catalonia.
Marc Guiu thrilled his family
Last October 22, in great difficulty on their lawn against Athletic Bilbao, Barça was saved this Sunday evening by the young Marc Guiu (17 years old), scorer on his first ball a few seconds after coming into play (80th ), and comes within one point of Real Madrid one week before a Clasico which promises to be hot in Montjuic (Saturday at 4:15 p.m.).
This liberating goal from Guiu was celebrated by the Blaugrana players and the supporters, but also the family of the young Spaniard. Present in the stands, his mother, hand on her chest and face in her hands, burst into tears. The new Catalan hero was also warmly greeted by his coach and all the staff when he returned to the locker room.
Amid the congratulations, Joao Cancelo took the opportunity to criticize his teammate. “You have to pay for a meal, you have to pay for a McDonald’s,” said the former Manchester City defender, hilarious. “With his breath taken away” after this magical evening, Marc Guiu “enjoys the moment” and the confidence given by Xavi. “It’s unimaginable, I’ve worked all my life, I’ve taken advantage of opportunities and I think I’ve succeeded. I won’t sleep tonight,” declared the player, who has been at the club since he was 7 years old, speaking to DAZN.
“I thought of him because he has a sense of purpose, a spark, and I like him personally. (…) I give him the confidence that was given to me when I was 17-18 years old,” explained his trainer Xavi Hernandez on DAZN. The only team still undefeated this season after 10 days, Barça is third in La Liga (24 points) and close behind Real Madrid, held in check by Sevilla this weekend (2-2), and Girona, winner of Almeria (5-2), who are only one point ahead.
Barça’s plan for Félix
The world champion title won by FC Barcelona last season would not have been possible without its star striker Robert Lewandowski and its goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen. This season, neither has managed to reach those heights, but the Polish striker’s decline has sparked concerns his decline could be more permanent. According to the latest information, FC Barcelona is studying the possibilities of leaving Lewandowski.
According to Sport, growing dissatisfaction with Lewandowski’s performances has led some at the club to believe a summer departure would be the best solution, with the attacking leader losing his ‘untouchable’ status within of the team. The striker himself seems happy with his situation at Barcelona, and without his green light, FC Barcelona will have to continue working with him.
Recently, the Catalan club spoke with a Saudi agent, through an intermediary, to sound out Lewandowski for a transfer this summer, in 2024. Last summer, the former BvB was seen propose an exceptional contract of 150 million euros, but Saudi Arabia refused to accept it. Barcelona are reportedly looking to get 30 million euros for Lewandowski, but as his salary will increase further next season, they would accept 20 million euros.
In recent weeks, conflicting reports have emerged about Lewandowski, with others claiming he will stay at Barcelona until at least 2025. If Barca are willing to lose Lewandowski, it risks damaging their relationship with the club. ‘attacking if a deal is not reached, as was the case with Frenkie de Jong two years ago.
