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The big Barcelona clear-out: De Jong, Depay & the 11 players on the transfer list

Barcelona's big summer clear-out has begun, with club president Joan Laporta aiming to reduce the first-team wage bill significantly to free up funds for new signings.

The Blaugrana posted debts of €1.35 billion (£1.16bn/$1.42bn) in 2021, and have since been taking drastic steps to balance their books, with Laporta having been given permission to sell 49.9 per cent of the club's Licensing and Merchandising (BLM).

Barca have also agreed a deal to sell a large portion of their income from La Liga's television rights as they seek to raise the €600 million necessary for club operations to return to normal.

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