Newcastle's madness! Over 154 lbs for a Barça substitute, Laporta is considering it

Newcastle-Barça tonight has been presented as the big debut in the Champions League for both teams. Hansi Flick's team arrives with morale soaring after the 6-0 win over Valencia in La Liga. The entire locker room seems to be in sync, perhaps that's why the German coach has made four changes to the starting line-up.

The first half has shown several flashes that have caught everyone's attention. Joan García has delivered decisive saves that prevented early scares. In addition, Guimaraes has kept a disciplined man-marking job on Pedri that limited the creation of Barça's play.

However, the most interesting part of the clash at St James's Park isn't happening on the field. The spotlight has been on the box with the presence of Laporta, president of FC Barcelona. Although the Catalan executive surely desires a victory for his team, he could hardly have foreseen the proposal he received tonight.

Newcastle offers more than €70 million ($70 million) for a Barça substitute, Laporta considers it

Newcastle has conveyed their firm intention to pay more than €70 million ($70 million) for a Barça player. It's about Dani Olmo, who started the match on the bench today. The offer has even surprised Laporta, as it's a massive investment for a star who isn't an undisputed starter.

Dani Olmo's performance in recent months hasn't been the same as in his brilliant start as a Barça player. Added to this are the constant physical problems that have hampered his continuity and are starting to make Laporta impatient. Many believe that a multi-million sale could be the best solution.

Moreover, the sporting context doesn't favor Dani Olmo. Flick has shown increasing trust in Fermín, who has established himself as his top alternative in the attacking midfield position. The coach values his physical deployment, his ability to get forward, and his reliability in high-stakes matches.

Laporta's dilemma: yes or no

With all these factors, the temptation to accept Newcastle's offer is clear. Laporta will have to assess whether it's appropriate to part ways with Dani Olmo for €70 million ($70 million). The decision won't be easy, because it means balancing sporting projection with economic reality.

It's true that there's still a long way to go before the 2026 transfer market opens. However, Newcastle seems determined to get ahead and has already communicated their intentions to Laporta. The Premier League is known for its aggressiveness in the market, and this move confirms the ambition of those at St James's Park.

For now, everything remains in the realm of speculation and analysis. What is clear is that Dani Olmo has become a point of debate within Barça's leadership. We'll have to wait for Laporta's response, which could shape the sporting and financial direction of FC Barcelona in the coming years.