According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have placed Evan Ndicka on their radar as a "low-cost" option to strengthen the left side of the center back partnership. With Hansi Flick needing physicality and height in defense, the Roma player fits the profile.
Due to the club needing to reach 1:1 situation on the summer market, the defender is one of the main objectives for 2026/27.
The technical profile: Why Ndicka fits
One of the strengths the Barcelona squad lacks tactically is that of a naturally left-footed center back and Ndicka offers this.
- Physical Attributes: Standing at 1.92m he offers aerial support in both boxes.
- Age and Experience: At 26 years old, the Ivory Coast international is in his peak physical years with ample experience in the Bundesliga and Serie A.
- Versatility: Though his natural position is center back, the left-footer can play as a fullback if Hansi Flick decides on a more defensive structure and places him at left back.
Financial reasoning and the 1:1 rule
His signing, within the club's current logic, fits into the board's objective of closing out the summer market with a profit. As opposed to big names requiring a hefty transfer fee, he is considered an investment the club can handle with their current constraints.
- Market value: His current estimations are at a value that will not put the club in risk of losing the 12 million gap that needs to be closed to meet 1:1.
- Contract Situation: His status at Roma suggests the deal is executable without any bidding wars.
- Wage Structure: The club is convinced the player is willing to accept a wage that does not exceed the current wage limits for new players.
Competition in the starting XI
If his signing materializes he will contend for the left-center back spot with Gerrard Martin and would allow Pau Cubarsi to stay in his preferred right-footed side.
Hansi Flick has reportededly prioritized bringing in a left-footed defender to help with the construction of play from the back. Ndicka is a functional player for Flick's high defensive line as his passsing and recovering ability are quite good.
Next steps for Deco
Sporting Director Deco has already begun to monitor the availability and personal terms for the Ivorian. Although no formal offer has been made, Barcelona considers him a "market opportunity" which brings maximum sporting value for minimum cost.
Barcelona are expected to intensify negotiations if their preferred targets for the centre-back position do not materlize.
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