Total Barca Envisions Nico’s Return to the Blaugrana: A Pragmatic Solution for Barca’s Defensive Midfield Woes

As Barca grapples with the prospect of securing a high-profile defensive midfielder this January amid financial constraints, Total Barca’s fan account proposes a pragmatic solution – bringing back Nico. The Porto player, currently out of favor under Sergio Conceicao, could offer a familiar face and seamless integration into the team, having previously played under Xavi and logged 26 appearances with 3 goal contributions.

With Nico set to be available for loan after being left out of Porto’s squad for four consecutive matches, this move could present a cost-effective alternative for Barcelona. Joan Laporta’s recent confirmation of the club’s intent to pursue a defensive midfielder on loan aligns with the possibility of Nico’s return, offering a potential remedy to the team’s current defensive midfield concerns.