Mikayil Faye looked all set to depart Barcelona a few short weeks ago after it emerged the club were in talks over a transfer to FC Porto.
However, the proposed deal fell through and, fast forward a couple of weeks, it suddenly it looks as though the 20-year-old could be about to become a key player for Hansi Flick’s side.
Barca will start the season short of defensive options, giving Faye a golden chance to try and force his way into the team and stay there.
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Ronald Araujo is set to undergo surgery on a hamstring injury and will be out for four months, Eric Garcia and Pau Cubarsi are expected to take a break after the Olympics, while Jules Kounde may be needed at right-back still.