The future of Christensen at Barcelona hangs by a thread

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The figure of Andreas Christensen emerges as one of the most delicate dilemmas on the agenda of Barcelona's Sports Management this season.

Two contract renewals are progressing somewhat clearly: the club is negotiating with Frenkie de Jong and Eric García, although agreements have not yet been signed. With De Jong, the pact seems imminent (as Laporta announced at the Ballon d'Or gala). However, with Eric García, there are still details to be worked out. But when it comes to Christensen, Barcelona takes a more cautious approach: there is no rush, but no veto either.

Christensen: declared intention despite official silence

Andreas Christensen has made it clear that he wants to stay at Barcelona and renew. In statements before a Champions League match, he said: "I want to stay... to express my feelings and my love for the club." This message has been reiterated in the media: his priority is to remain linked to the Blaugrana club and establish himself again under Hansi Flick.

However, according to MARCA, this desire has not yet been met with a formal offer from the sports leadership. According to informed sources, Deco does not intend to address Christensen's renewal for now. This decision does not mean that his continuity is ruled out: Barcelona plans to assess it at the end of the season, considering his performance, physical condition, and the central market context.

The defensive context and the strategic use of time

The club has renewed almost the entire squad in the last year, with only De Jong and Eric García's contracts pending. With those two cases ongoing, Barcelona could allocate resources to Christensen later if necessary.

Deco and his team are evaluating center-backs in the market, studying young alternatives, and even considering scenarios where the Dane could leave if a convincing offer arises. It is known that Christensen has attracted interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia and European leagues but has rejected proposals, prioritizing staying in Barcelona.

Furthermore, his recent journey has not been without physical obstacles: previous injuries have affected his continuity. This uncertainty conditions the club's analysis; they do not want to commit resources if there is no guarantee of sustained performance.

The crucial moment: evaluation at the end of the season

Barcelona is likely to wait until the end of the season to make a decision. If Christensen performs well, contributes regularly, and maintains his level, he could receive a competitive offer. If not, he may be released or become an exit option.

This cautious approach makes sense: the club wants to protect its wage bill, avoid strategic errors, and maintain flexibility in the face of market surprises. At the same time, they do not rule out keeping him if the indicators are favorable, especially if other defensive areas need reinforcement.

The uncertainty persists, but the symbolic value of the Dane—with his past at Chelsea, Europa League, and his height—adds weight to Barcelona's current project. If he can assert himself with the coach and overcome his physical issues, he could win the approval of the board. Ultimately, in the decisive stretch of 2026, the name Andreas Christensen will be at the center of the Blaugrana chessboard.

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