Casadó pledges Barça loyalty amid Atlético interest: 'Wearing this shirt will always be my priority'
Barcelona's young midfielder Marc Casadó affirms his commitment to the club despite limited minutes under Flick and reported interest from Diego Simeone's Atlético Madrid.
The Barça academy graduate has made it crystal clear where his heart lies, despite being on Simeone’s shopping list and struggling for regular minutes under Hansi Flick.
Rising Above Transfer Rumours
Marc Casadó stepped into Pedri’s boots for Barcelona’s clash against Oviedo, delivering a performance that reminded everyone of his quality despite limited appearances this season. The young midfielder has been the subject of transfer speculation, with Atlético Madrid reportedly keeping tabs on his situation as El Cholo Simeone has him on his wishlist.
However, Casadó’s commitment to his boyhood club couldn’t be clearer. The La Masia product has affirmed that his priority will always be to wear the Blaugrana shirt, effectively pouring cold water on any transfer gossip doing the rounds.
Seizing His Opportunity
Speaking after the Oviedo match, Casadó reflected on making the most of his chance in the starting XI:
- Expressed determination to “defend to the death” every minute he gets on the pitch
- Highlighted the team’s patient approach in the first half to wear down their opponents
- Noted how Barcelona’s pressing strategy paid dividends after the break
- Showed confidence in his abilities and what he can offer to the team
Admiration for Teammates
When asked about the standout moments from the match, Casadó couldn’t help but marvel at his teammates’ brilliance:
- Singled out Lamine Yamal’s goal as his personal highlight
- Acknowledged Raphinha’s strike as “excellent” but considered Lamine’s to be “spectacular”
Childhood Dream
Despite his lack of regular minutes, Casadó remains steadfast in his Barcelona allegiance. The midfielder spoke of wearing the Barça shirt as a “dream since childhood” and expressed his hope to “enjoy it much more” in the future.
For a player at the beginning of his career, such loyalty is refreshing in the modern game. While the Atlético links won’t disappear overnight, it seems Simeone might need to look elsewhere if he’s after an easy target.