Although FC Barcelona reinforced their defense with the signing of Joao Cancelo last summer, this area of the team was still not as seriously addressed as was expected early in the summer. The Blaugranes were expected to bring in a new center-back as well, and were linked with some high-profile names like Alessandro Bastoni, but they ultimately decided to continue betting on Gerard Martin.
However, this decision is proving to be quite costly for the Catalans early in this season. In the last few days, they have seen several of their defenders suffering injuries, and [Hansi Flick’s backline is spread quite thin](https://barcanewsnetwork.com/barcelona-retain-faith-in-young-talent-as-flick-faces-right-back-shortage/).
As a result, Barcelona are being linked with some interesting names from the market. In this regard, [Mundo Deportivo](https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20261027/1004243931/colocan-barca-pista-central-zurdo.html) cites the English outlet TeamTalk to report that one of the players they are keeping an eye on is the Leeds United center-back Tarik Muharemovic.
Leeds United signed the 23-year-old defender only last summer for €37 million, but he has already become a crucial part of his new team, playing all the possible minutes in his side’s 10 games played so far. He has also provided two assists and scored one goal this season.
After these incredible performances, Barcelona are closely monitoring the Bosnian as they plan to bring him to their team in 2027. However, they might face tough competition for this signing, as several other big European clubs, including Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool are also interested in him. Inter are particularly keen for his signing, as they want to have him in their team as a possible replacement of Alessandro Bastoni.
Meanwhile, Leeds United are also not looking to let Tarik Muharemovic go only a few months after his signing, and would naturally want to see him continue with their team or leave when his market value is at its peak. For now, it remains to be seen whether Barcelona will make a move for him next summer.