Barcelona Completes First Summer Transfer: Alex Valle Sold to Como for €6 Million

FC Barcelona has finalized its first summer transfer business by selling young left-back Alex Valle to Serie A side Como, who activated a €6 million buyout clause, confirming the player's permanent move after a loan spell. Valle, who previously played on loan at Celtic and impressed in the Champions League, will continue his career in Italy with a contract until 2029. Meanwhile, Barcelona is close to securing their first signing of the summer, goalkeeper Joan García from Espanyol, who has emerged as a leading target to strengthen the club's goalkeeping options for the 2025-26 season. García, a 24-year-old gold medalist and revelation of the season in Catalan football, has agreed to a five-year contract, with Barcelona raising his release clause to secure the deal amid interest from English clubs. These moves reflect Barcelona's efforts to refresh their squad while managing financial constraints, with further adjustments expected in the transfer window. The club continues to rely on homegrown talents like Alejandro Balde and Gerard Martin to cover departures and strengthen the squad.