Sergi Roberto will sign his renewal for one year with FC Barcelona this Friday, as he advanced Sports world. The one from Reus will thus put an end to a tug-of-war that has been lengthening in recent months, finally accepting a reduction of almost 60% of his current salary, for which he will go from charging nine million gross to just over four. In this way, Sergi Roberto fits into the new salary table that will govern the squad, by which middle-class players may not exceed five million euros.
Xavi Hernández has been the main supporter of the youth squad whom he considers an interesting player above all for his versatility and versatility, as he can play in three different positions on the pitch: winger, pivot and inside. AIn addition, the coaches also value his understanding of the position game, experience and commitment to the club for having given the go-ahead to this renewal. Of course, it is trusted that he has also said goodbye to his problems with injuries and especially in the anterior rectus of the right thigh.
With this renewal, the coaches ensure a player who can offer many solutions and alternatives in the game, as well as an ideal person to help the younger players adapt.
Sergi Roberto is the first captain to see his salary significantly reduced to fit into the wage bill. The club now hopes that the rest of the captains follow their example and do an exercise in Barcelona, assuming that each case is particular and that they all have a valid contract signed at the time by the previous president, Josep Maria Bartomeu.