Barcelona's policy in the forthcoming summer transfer window has been described in a recent article from Mundo Deportivo.
Barcelona's board of directors wants the club to compete for championships next season. However, they agree that the present squad's talent may not be sufficient to compete in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League.
As a result, the club is expected to have a busy summer transfer window, with Xavi requiring at least two choices in each position. He wants at least five additional acquisitions in addition to Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessie, who have already been signed.
Signing a left-back is one of the top priorities. Because Jordi Alba is presently the sole recognised alternative, Xavi is looking for a backup who can eventually take his spot in the future. Borna Sosa has emerged as a possible replacement.
Barcelona is also looking for a right-back who can also play as a centre-back. Cesar Azpilicueta has been the team's first option for some time, and the Barça camp is hopeful in his pursuit of the seasoned Spaniard.
A solid interior midfielder is another transfer priority. Xavi is increasingly exploring a move for Bernardo Silva, despite the uncertainty surrounding Frenkie de Jong's future.
Barcelona is seeking for a winger and a striker in the offensive department.
Regardless of Ousmane Dembele's future, the club appears to be interested in bringing in a right-sided winger, with Raphinha the top target.
In the goalscoring category, Robert Lewandowski remains the obvious option, with Barça allegedly "closer than ever" in their pursuit of the Polish striker.
If these players are signed, Xavi will have at least two choices in every position on the field, including the number nine position, where former Dortmund stars Lewandowski and Aubameyang might compete for a starting spot. As Xavi tries to usher in a new era at Camp Nou, Barcelona believes a number six could be enough to enable the squad contend for the league title and do well in the UEFA Champions League.
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