Barcelona's performance this season has been a rollercoaster, with an initial slump and 4 defeats in the first 10 rounds of matches. However, the total number of defeats so far in the season is only 6. At one point, Barcelona was hovering in the middle to lower reaches of the table. Then, the team's form rebounded and they went undefeated for 19 consecutive matches in the La Liga, winning 16 matches.
But since the league sprint, Barcelona's form has dipped again, losing 2 of their last 6 games.
In the standings, Barcelona with 23 wins, 6 draws and 6 losses accumulated 75 points, ranked third, and the top of the Atletico Madrid only 2 points, and the second seat of Real Madrid with the same points, but due to the inferiority of each other's records ranked after. In fact, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid score gap of 2.5 points and 0.5 points, respectively, in the championship situation appears to be the most unfavorable. If Atletico or Real Madrid win all three of their remaining matches, Barcelona can only look forward to the ocean.
Nonetheless, the team's planning for next season's roster is already on the agenda, regardless of whether or not they win the title this season. The first is the core of the team
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The 33-year-old Messi has made 39 appearances in La Liga and the Champions League this season, scoring 33 goals and assisting 11, showing exceptional strength.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The two sides have also made positive progress in talks over his contract extension, with Barcelona planning to offer him a long term deal that extends into his retirement, according to Daily Sport.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
This was recognized and the parties would negotiate further on other details of the contract.
In terms of reinforcements, Eric Garcia has basically confirmed to join Barcelona next season, accepting a new contract with a 40% pay cut. In addition, Barcelona has also made contact with Aguero, who also accepted a pay cut offer and is expected to play alongside Messi next season.
At the same time, Barcelona plans to strengthen the back line, focusing on the world's Milan's main defender Bastoni. 22-year-old Bastoni has become Inter's main center back this season, and is expected to become the future pillar of Barcelona's back line.
As for Manchester United, the team has renewed the contract with Cavani, transfer expert analysis suggests that Manchester United may turn to young players in the front line reinforcement. It is reported that United is focusing on Suleymana of the Danish league, a young player who is believed to be expected to become a new generation of Ghanaian stars.
