Laporta Considers 'Terminating' Some Barca Players' Contracts

Joan Laporta considers 'terminating' some Barcelona players' deals, reports reliable Luis Rojo.

This is particularly relevant in terms of those who do not want to leave the club this summer. Barca would have to pay these players a certain fee, but it could be the only way of finally parting ways with out-of-favour performers.

  Such players Includes:

1. Neto

The Brazilian's deal runs until 2023, so Barcelona would not need to pay much for the contract termination.

If the 32-year-old refuses to leave, Laporta could go for this drastic move.

2. Martin Braithwaite

The situation is a bit more complicated here. The Dane has 2 more years left on his contract and the contract termination could cost a lot.

At the same time, the 30-year-old is not among the club's top earners, so it could still be an option for the board.

3. Miralem Pjanic

Just like Braithwaite, the Bosnian has publicly announced his desire to stay at the club – and he also has two years left on his contract.

It is obvious that the club do not count on him any more, so his exit is a must.

4. Samuel Umtiti

The Frenchman's new Barcelona contract runs until 2026.

However, when the centre-back extended the deal in January, it was reported that Barca could actually terminate the contract for free in 2023.

There is a chance that the club could do it this year too – but for a little fee.

Source: Tribuna.com