Barcelona have officially begun negotiations to extend Andreas Christensen’s stay at Camp Nou despite the Danish international ongoing injury concerns.
Christensen is out of contract this summer, but has failed to get enough game time this season due to injury. Despite his absence on the pitch, the 29-year-old has become a reliable figure in the dressing room,
Sporting director Deco recently met with the player’s representative, Simon Oliveira, to present an official proposal. With Christensen’s current deal expiring on June 30, the club are moving quickly to avoid losing him for nothing alongside teammates like Robert Lewandowski.
Andreas Christensen during the match between FC Barcelona and Club Atletico de Madrid (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have placed a two-year extension on the table, though the deal reflects the club’s strict financial reality. The proposed salary is significantly lower than his current earnings as the Catatonia club continue to cut wage spending.
Christensen and his family are settled in Catalonia and his priority is to remain with the Blaugrana.
Andreas Christensen is still an important player in Hansi Flicks’ team despite his struggles with injury (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
However, the defender must now decide whether to accept the pay cut or explore more lucrative opportunities elsewhere in Europe or the Saudi Pro League.
Christensen joined the Barcelona on a free transfer from Chelsea in 2022 and the club hierarchy remains convinced of his value due to his tactical flexibility.
Under Hansi Flick, the Dane is viewed as a vital squad member who can provide elite cover at both centre-back and in a holding midfield role.
Christensen is determined to prove his fitness before the campaign ends. He wants to demonstrate to Flick that he remains a high-level performer capable of leading a young defensive line.
