Barcelona consider signing Inter Milan’s Pavard after Frenchman offered
Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard has been offered to Barcelona, according to Sport. The Frenchman, who can play both as a center-back and full-back, is expected to leave the Italian side before the end of August.
Barça’s current stance
Internally, Barcelona are intrigued by the opportunity but remain focused on solving their squad registration issues before committing to new signings. The departure of Iñigo Martínez to Al-Nassr has left the Catalan club short in defense, and Pavard has emerged as one of the most appealing options on the market.
Competition and player preference
While Saudi club Neom have also shown interest in Pavard, the World Cup winner prefers to continue his career in Europe and would welcome a move to Barcelona.
Flick connection
Coach Hansi Flick already knows Pavard well from their time together at Bayern Munich and has given his approval. The German manager believes the Frenchman’s versatility would be a valuable addition to the squad.
Next steps
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has already met with the player’s agent, but the final decision will depend on how quickly the club can resolve its La Liga registration situation.
Career trajectory
Pavard, now 28, reached global recognition at the 2018 World Cup, where he scored one of the tournament’s most memorable goals for France. Although his career since then has had ups and downs, Barça see him as a potential key reinforcement.
Looking ahead: the number 9 search
Beyond Pavard, Barcelona’s long-term plans include signing a striker to eventually succeed Robert Lewandowski. Harry Kane remains the preferred option for 2026, but Julián Álvarez and even Erling Haaland are also on the club’s radar.
