Barcelona have yet to sign new signings of the summer transfer window ahead of their La Liga opener against Rayo Vallecano. The Spanish giants have faced many financial challenges this year, and it seems they have yet to raise the necessary funds to satisfy the demands of the La Liga board.
Barcelona executives have sold TV rights and club shares in an attempt to raise more funds. In addition, veteran Gerard Pique has accepted a pay cut to support the club. Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha are 2 of the players who have not yet been officially registered as Barcelona footballers. If this does not happen soon, the German and the Brazilian cannot be active in La Liga.
The Catalans are also trying to sell the services of Samuel Umtiti and striker Martin Braithwaite. These two have lost their starting place in the team, as the summer approaches, the chances of playing in the new season are very few. This has been confirmed by the president of the club, Joan Laporta, who recently stated:
"They (Umtiti and Braithwaite) have realized that the best thing to do is to play for another team. Their contracts have always been respected, but the time has come for them to take a step forward. This week the situation of both must be resolved."
Meanwhile, the situation of Frenkie de Jong is also very delicate, as the sale of the Dutchman's card can finally get Barcelona out of the difficult situation. However, Laporta has insisted the club want De Jong to stay at Camp Nou, despite media reports. In this situation, it is still unclear how Barcelona will be able to register new players before the start of the season.
