FC Barcelona is prioritizing the signing of Nico Williams from Athletic Club for the upcoming season, having reached an initial agreement with the player on personal terms. The club needs to finalize the transfer by meeting Williams' release clause and making room in their wage bill. Additionally, Barcelona has also secured an agreement to sign Mamadou Mbacke from Los Angeles FC, reducing the fee to €2 million and including a future sale percentage for LAFC. The club recently resolved financial issues with departing players Mirotic and Higgins through structured payment plans to manage outstanding salary obligations.