Al-Nassr pursue Barcelona's Marc Casado as midfield replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:41 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Al-Nassr is considering Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado as a priority target for their midfield overhaul. With the expected departure of veteran Marcelo Brozovic, Al-Nassr aims to fill the void left by his experience and leadership. Casado has emerged as a leading candidate, despite stiff competition in Barcelona's midfield. Al-Nassr is also evaluating Moroccan Azzedine Ounahi, although they have not made a formal offer yet. No significant movement has occurred in negotiations, and Barcelona is assessing its financial strategy for the summer transfer market.
- •Al-Nassr plans to rebuild midfield following Brozovic's likely departure.
- •Marc Casado is considered a top candidate for the position.
- •The club has not submitted an official offer to Barcelona yet.
- •Al-Nassr is also monitoring Azzedine Ounahi as an alternative.
- •Barcelona is exploring options to generate transfer income this summer.
- 6:41 AMYahoo Sports — Al-Nassr identify Barcelona talent as priority replacement for veteran star – report
"Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has once again found himself on the radar of Saudi Arabian football, with Al-Nassr considering the youngster as part of their plans to strengthen the midfield this sum...
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