Peña’s Situation at Barcelona
It’s no secret anymore — Iñaki Peña has no future at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. Once seen as a potential long-term option in goal, the Spaniard has slipped further and further down the pecking order.
The summer arrival of Joan García has only made matters worse, pushing Peña to an unexpected low — 4th-choice goalkeeper behind Marc-André ter Stegen, García, and Ander Astralaga.
Transfer Push Underway
According to Mundo Deportivo, Peña is now doing everything in his power to force an exit before the summer transfer window shuts.
The Alicante-born shot-stopper reportedly accepts that Flick does not count on him and has no interest in lingering as dead weight at the club. Instead, he wants a move where he can play regular football and revive his career.
The report adds:
“Iñaki Peña, 26, is doing everything he can to secure his exit from FC Barcelona. The Alicante-born goalkeeper is aware that Hansi Flick doesn’t count on him and he doesn’t want to be an obstacle for the Catalan club.”
Loan Move on the Horizon
Several clubs are believed to have expressed interest in Peña throughout the summer, and with his determination clear, the expectation is that he will leave on loan before the window closes.
Where exactly he’ll land remains to be seen, but one thing is certain — Peña doesn’t want to spend another season warming the bench at the Camp Nou.
What This Means for Barcelona
For Barça, Peña’s departure would help streamline a goalkeeping department that has become overcrowded. Flick has already made it clear who his trusted options are, and allowing Peña to leave on loan could open the door for him to rebuild his reputation elsewhere.
Final Word
At 26, Peña still has plenty of time to get his career back on track. But for that to happen, a summer move away from Barcelona is absolutely essential.
Omo, from starting dreams at Camp Nou to fighting just to get minutes, life comes at you fast in football
