Barcelona plans to sell Marc Casado despite De Jong's injury setback

FC Barcelona intends to proceed with transferring Marc Casado this summer, despite Frenkie de Jong facing a long-term knee injury that may sideline him until November. The club believes it has sufficient midfield depth to manage De Jong's absence, as they look for opportunities to cash in on Casado. With interest from Saudi Arabian clubs and several European teams, the club is open to a permanent transfer if an appropriate offer arises. Casado’s agent, Jorge Mendes, is actively seeking suitable destinations for the player.

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