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Andreas Christensen is facing decisive months in his time as a player for FC Barcelona, just as Al-Nassr reemerges with a strong offensive. The Saudi club, determined to strengthen their defense, is considering presenting a proposal close to 12 million euros in the winter market to secure the Dane before he becomes a free agent in June.
Offering 12 million to expedite his arrival
The operation would advance a move that Arab sources consider inevitable for the summer, but now they want to expedite to prevent the player from arriving at no cost. His situation stands out because, despite Barcelona having secured a good portion of their squad, he has not yet received a formal proposal for continuity, a fact that is starting to generate concern within the Blaugrana environment.
The Danish international has always expressed his intention to fulfill the four-year contract he signed upon his arrival. Nonetheless, the lack of progress in a possible renewal, coupled with the physical issues he has faced, has contributed to maintaining an uncertain scenario that Al-Nassr aims to exploit. In LaLiga, where contractual stability is crucial for planning each season, the situation of the center-back has become one of the most unique in the Barça locker room.
Christensen wants to hear from Barça but is considering his future
As reported by Sport, Andreas Christensen's inner circle insists that the player does not want to rush his decision. His priority is to complete a solid season and be significant for the team. The coaching staff values his performance, his ability to adapt to different playing styles, and his skill in playing the ball out from the back, although physical setbacks have hindered his participation. Starting in January, he will be free to negotiate with any club, a critical point that Al-Nassr aims to avoid by preemptively putting forth an offer that presses the Barcelona board.
Barcelona had already received a Saudi approach last summer. At that time, the proposal was around 15 million, and the sports management was open to considering it due to the proximity of the contract's expiration. However, the player himself halted that possibility, convinced that he should honor the commitment he made. Nevertheless, his stance has evolved: Christensen still prefers to stay in Europe, but he no longer rules out entertaining offers from Saudi Arabia, where the market has become increasingly competitive.

The Saudi project takes shape
Possible reunion with Íñigo Martínez
Al-Nassr has found an unexpected leader in Íñigo Martínez for their defense. His cost-free signing was one of the most striking moves of the summer in Saudi Arabia, and his impact has exceeded expectations. This experience has led the Saudi club to seek a complementary reinforcement, and the name of Andreas Christensen fits due to his style, experience, and proven performance in high-level competitions like LaLiga. The defensive duo they formed in Barcelona left a positive impression and is one of the main arguments used to attract the Dane.
Although the player has always favored European clubs, the progress of the Saudi league and the economic stability offered by their sporting projects are starting to weigh in. The possibility of reuniting with Íñigo in a competitive environment and having a leading role is not lost on the center-back, who is considering all alternatives for his final major contract decision.
Barça facing a strategic dilemma
For FC Barcelona, Christensen's departure would be a significant move. His versatility, experience, and ability to maintain defenses under pressure make him a challenging profile to replace, especially in such a financially constrained context. Losing him for free in June would be a considerable blow, but parting ways with him in January would also create a significant gap in a defensive line already plagued by injuries and lack of consistency.
All signs point to the Dane ending the season with multiple scenarios on the table. Al-Nassr is pushing, Barcelona is still undecided, and the player remains calm, focused on completing a noteworthy campaign. In any case, his name will dominate the news in LaLiga in the upcoming months, especially if the Saudi offer of 12 million in January materializes and accelerates a potential shift in his professional trajectory.
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