Joan Laporta has reportedly ruled out the move to re-sign 18-year-old Spanish attacking sensation Marc Guiu from Chelsea next year.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Marc Guiu is not the subject of interest from FC Barcelona. Joan Laporta has closed the door for a return to the Catalan club for the Chelsea whizkid after selling the 18-year-old to the West London club in the summer transfer window.
Marc Guiu and his career so far
Marc Guiu surprised many when he decided to leave Barcelona in the summer transfer window, with Chelsea securing his services. A native of Granollers, the Spaniard spent his formative years with Barcelona, progressing through the ranks at the fabled La Masia before breaking into the first-team squad last year.
The 18-year-old made his mark in the opportunities he received in the 2023/24 season, and many felt he could have been the long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski. However, Guiu pushed for a departure in the summer transfer window and got his wish when Chelsea landed him when the window opened.
However, the Spanish attacking prospect has barely featured for Chelsea thus far in the 2024/25 season, managing only 168 minutes of game time across five appearances while failing to score a goal. Meanwhile, recent reports have claimed that the West London club might sanction a move for Guiu next year.
What next?
A few outlets have suggested that Barcelona might re-sign Marc Guiu from Chelsea, with the West London club ready to loan him out next year. The 18-year-old can be a handy addition to the Barcelona squad, considering Hansi Flick does not have an alternative to Robert Lewandowski in his group.
However, Barcelona will not re-sign Guiu from Chelsea in any kind of deal, with Joan Laporta ruling out a move for next year. While the 18-year-old Spaniard can be a solid addition to the Barcelona attack, he will likely need to find another destination to secure first-team game time.
Sevilla reportedly mulled over signing Guiu on loan from Chelsea in the summer transfer window before a move failed to see the light of day. It will be interesting to see how the future unfolds for the Spanish attacking prospect.
