Barcelona’s prodigy left in limbo after Qatar move fails – What comes next? | OneFootball

Unai Hernandez’s recent transfer to Saudi Arabia was given the green light, but there was another deal in the works, one involving Pau Prim.

However, as things stand, Prim remains part of the reserve team, and there’s no indication that a contract renewal is on the horizon, reports SPORT.

To make matters more complicated, the Qatari market, where a potential move for him had been discussed, has now closed.

This leaves Prim’s future uncertain, and his situation has only worsened with the closure of the winter transfer market in most leagues.

What next for Prim?

Prim, who has spent several weeks not even making the squad due to his refusal to renew his contract with Barcelona, now faces an even more precarious position.

In recent weeks, there had been speculation that he could move to Qatar, with Al Sadd interested and talks underway. Unfortunately for the midfielder, the Qatari market shut its doors on January 31, closing off that potential option.

Pau Prim’s transfer failed. (Photo by Vasile Mihai-Antonio/Getty Images for DFB)

His situation is further complicated by the fact that Barcelona will likely not receive a transfer fee for him.

Prim’s case is unique because his contract with Barcelona expires on June 30, leaving no time for a potential winter transfer.

A move during this window could have been a good solution for both parties, especially considering how far apart the player and the club’s positions have become.

A move that could have been

Prim had strong interest from Al Sadd and also received a proposal from Al Qadasiya in Saudi Arabia, but with both transfer markets now closed, the possibility of a departure this winter has vanished.

The situation is further complicated by the fact that Barcelona’s reserve team, Barça Atlètic, is not in the best position either. Having a player of Prim’s ability sitting on the sidelines benefits neither the club nor the player.

However, the decision rests with the club’s management, which has shown in the past, with cases like Víctor Barberá, that they are willing to take a firm stance.

It doesn’t seem likely that Barcelona’s grassroots management will change their approach anytime soon.