Barcelona midfield target’s release clause set to rise to €60 million next month

Barcelona midfield target’s release clause set to rise to €60 million next month FC Barcelona are currently holding their pre-season training camps at the same venue, St George’s Park in England. Meanwhile, the sporting department, led by director Deco, continues to work around the clock to strengthen the squad before the start of the new season. The Blaugrana have the signing of a new striker as their utmost priority, but the injury to Frenkie de Jong has led to Hansi Flick requesting a new midfielder as well . Javi Guerra an option And, according to COPE (h/t Mundo Deportivo ), one of the players on Barcelona’s shortlist is Valencia midfielder Javi Guerra. The Spaniard’s representatives have previously held talks with the Catalan club’s director not very long ago . Barcelona like Javi Guerra. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images) As per the report, Guerra’s current release clause stands at €40 million. However, that figure is due to increase to €60 million on Saturday, 1 August. Despite the higher release clause, Valencia have previously sold players for less than their contractual buy-out clauses during Peter Lim’s ownership of the club. Guerra committed to Valencia Throughout the summer, Guerra has consistently maintained that he has no intention of leaving Mestalla. “I have a contract. I renewed last year, so I think it is clear that I want to stay here,” the Spain international said in a recent interview. Guerra remains committed to Valencia. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Even so, the midfielder has been seen chatting with several Barcelona players around the facilities at St George’s Park, where Valencia are also carrying out their preparations for the new season. Barcelona keeping their options open Although Guerra remains on Barcelona’s radar, there has been no indication that the club are preparing an immediate move. As things stand, the La Liga champions’ full focus remains on strengthening the No. 9 position. Meanwhile, the 22-year-old Guerra continues to focus on pre-season with Valencia, while Barcelona monitor his situation as they assess potential midfield options ahead of the new campaign. If the Blaugrana decide to open the doors for the signing of a new midfielder, the Spaniard could become a genuine option this summer. However, the increase in the release clause from €40 million to €60 million could pose a concern.