Marca: The future of Romeu and Ford is still undetermined, and domestic and foreign quotations are still being evaluated

Hupu August 11th Spanish media "Marca" reported on the progress of the transfer between Barcelona players Romeu and Ford.

Barcelona has made it clear that it will not introduce new players, and has also confirmed the list of purges. Romeu and Ford are not within Frick and the club's plans. The two knew it well and were currently evaluating the offer they received. But they have only a few days left before the start of the 2025-26 La Liga season, and they have not made the final decision.

Romeu's contract with Barcelona will expire in June 2026. The club tends to terminate the contract with the 33-year-old Urdcona midfielder and hopes he will give up his last-year contract salary in exchange for free departure. Although many domestic and foreign clubs have contacted him, the former Girona player hopes to carefully weigh where he will go next.

Ford's situation is similar to Romeu. The 19-year-old defender is also not in Frick's plan. Barcelona has plenty of choices in the defense line, not only experienced veterans, but also young people like Jofrey Tolentz who have outstanding performances from youth training. Ford just renewed his contract more than a year ago, but was not reused in the pre-season this summer. Although he went to Asia with the team, he failed to get a chance to play in the Gambel Cup; in contrast, Romeu stayed in Barcelona to train alone. Although Ford is competent for two wide positions, the German coach prefers to use other players.

Ford's contract with Barcelona is signed until June 2029. He has also received several loan or transfer offers from home and abroad, and is currently conducting evaluations with the team. The most feasible option seems to be a rental with a buyout option. But like Romeu, he is still weighing the best options for the future. It was a crucial moment for both of them.