Barcelona youngster back on Chelsea radar amid uncertainty – report

Story byBarcelona youngster back on Chelsea radar amid uncertainty – reportBarca UniversalSat, December 13, 2025 at 8:20 AM UTC·2 min readChelsea’s long-standing habit of scanning Barcelona for midfield talent appears to be far from over. According to a recent report from Fichajes, the Premier League side has once again turned their attention towards Marc Casado, identifying the young midfielder as a potential fit for their evolving project at Stamford Bridge. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe interest is not described as an advanced negotiation, but the renewed attention itself is telling. Chelsea believe Casado possesses the versatility, tactical intelligence and technical quality required to adapt to the demands of English football. Barcelona are used to itFor what it is worth, this is not an isolated case, as Chelsea have been monitoring Barcelona’s squad for months. Previously, they explored several profiles across different positions and names, such as Fermin Lopez, Eric Garcia, Jules Kounde, and Ronald Araujo have all been linked at various stages. Within that broad list, Casado is viewed as one of the more attainable options, both in sporting and financial terms, while still aligning with Chelsea’s long-term vision. Marc Casado is wanted by Chelsea. (Photo by Angel Martinez/)AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementPrevious approaches for Casado did not lead to concrete progress, but that has not discouraged Chelsea’s recruitment department. From Chelsea’s perspective, persistence is key, especially when dealing with young players whose roles can shift quickly depending on form, injuries and tactical choices. At Barcelona, Casado’s situation is delicately balanced. He has featured in 15 matches this season, many of them coming from the bench. Yet, despite the speculation, Barcelona are clear that Casado is considered part of Flick’s project and a midfielder whose profile fits the club’s future plans.