Last season marked the emergence of Marc Casado as a first-team regular at FC Barcelona. A significant injury to Marc Bernal, who had been earmarked for a starting role under Hansi Flick at the start of the campaign, opened the door for Casado to step into the XI for several months. Amidst De Jong's fitness struggles, Casado forged a vital midfield partnership with Pedri, delivering a string of impressive performances that earned him a call-up to the Spanish national team. However, the 2025-26 season has seen him transition to a more peripheral role, and lucrative offers from abroad are beginning to come in.

According to 'Mundo Deportivo', Saudi Arabia continues to monitor Marc Casado closely. Following a previous attempt to lure him to the Pro League, a substantial offer has now been tabled for the upcoming summer transfer window. For the time being, the player is not entertaining the proposal, preferring to focus on Barca's pursuit of silverware in both La Liga and the Champions League.

Although Casado is under contract at FC Barcelona until 2028 with a €100 million release clause, the Middle East is not his only potential destination. The 22-year-old also attracted interest from Premier League clubs earlier in the year; his technical attributes are widely considered a perfect fit for the English top flight should he decide his future lies away from 'Can Barca'.

The Spanish player has made 29 appearances this term, but only 14 have come from the start—a notable drop from the 29 starts he managed last season. Having slipped behind Marc Bernal in the pecking order, he is reportedly unwilling to discuss his future until June, when he will evaluate the various offers on the table.

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