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Xavi Espart set to replace Marc Casadó in Barcelona's squad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:25 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Xavi Espart set to replace Marc Casadó in Barcelona's squad

Summary

Barcelona plans to promote Xavi Espart to replace Marc Casadó, who is departing the club. This decision comes as Barcelona's coaching staff, led by Hansi Flick, aims to fill the vacancy internally rather than seeking an external signing. Espart has impressed the management during pre-season training and is expected to step into the first-team ranks this season. Casadó's number 17 has already been removed from the league website, indicating his imminent exit from Barcelona.

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Key Details

•Marc Casadó will leave Barcelona soon.
•Xavi Espart is anticipated to take his place.
•Casadó has been deemed surplus to requirements.
•Espart impressed during pre-season.
•Barcelona opts for internal promotion rather than market signing.

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7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Breakthrough Barcelona talent to replace Marc Casadó in Hansi Flick’s squad this season

What they're saying

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The coaching staff at La Liga giants Barcelona are ready to promote from within in their bid to replace the outbound Marc Casadó this coming season.This comes amid the understanding that Xavi Espart...
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