Como challenge Wolves and West Ham to Marc Casado signing after Barcelona warn midfielder he won't play despite wanting to stay at La Liga champions

According to Cadena SER, Barcelona have told Casado that regular minutes will be hard to come by this season, despite the midfielder wanting to stay. Wolves, West Ham and Serie A side Como are among the clubs pushing for his signature, with the Premier League outfit already lodging a €30 million (£25m/$33m) offer.

The 21-year-old was one of Barca’s breakout players last year, impressing in midfield and even earning a call-up for Spain. But the return of Marc Bernal from his ACL injury, along with the presence of Frenkie de Jong, Pedri and Gavi, has pushed him down the pecking order. The Catalan giants are now open to cashing in if the player agrees, though he has not requested a move himself.

Cesc Fabregas’ Como have emerged as surprise contenders, willing to compete with English sides Wolves and West Ham. Barcelona’s willingness to sell stems less from Financial Fair Play issues and more from squad depth, with Casado struggling to find a pathway to minutes. The Spaniard remains determined to fight for his place, showing no signs of pushing for an exit himself. For now, Barca’s stance is that they would only sanction a move if the player decides he wants out, leaving the ball firmly in Casado’s court.

Casado continues training with Barcelona while awaiting further updates on his role. With two weeks left in the window, clubs across Europe are expected to step up their efforts, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands. The Catalan giants opened their La Liga campaign with a 3-0 win over Mallorca and now turn their attention to Levante this weekend.