Real Betis is in a situation of defensive restructuring that could have important implications for Barça. The team led by Manuel Pellegrini is accelerating the hiring of new talents to strengthen its defense, in an effort to maintain its competitiveness in LaLiga and European competitions.
Pellegrini's strategy involves changes in defense
Betis has proven to be a team with ambition, and under the direction of Pellegrini , has consolidated its position in the elite of Spanish football. The Chilean coach has known how to combine experience with youth, having integrated players like William Carvalho into the midfield. While in defense he has had veterans like Germán Pezzella.
The current transfer market has forced Betis to look for quick and effective solutions. The departure of Germán Pezzella to River Plate has left a significant void in the team's defense. Pezzella , a pillar in the Green and White defense, was a leader on and off the field and his departure has forced Betis to intensify the search for a suitable replacement.
It is important to mention other additions that have arrived at Betis. Ricardo Rodríguez, a Swiss defender who can play both left back and center back, has been one of the club's first acquisitions.
His arrival, managed by Pellegrini, strengthens the defense and adds experience to the squad. Ricardo Rodríguez has already passed the medical examination and will join the team in Marbella for the preseason.
The Vitao case could benefit Barça considerably
Hiring Vitao is a priority for Betis. The Brazilian center back, currently at Internacional de Porto Alegre, has been a long-term objective for the green and white team.
The negotiations have been intense, with Betis offering 8 million euros for 80% of his transfer. This figure seems to have brought the positions between both clubs closer, although the final agreement has not yet been closed.
The departure of Pezzella and the possible arrival of Vitao could open an interesting door for Barça. Joan Laporta could take advantage of this situation to lighten the culé squad, perhaps facilitating the departure of a player who is not in Hansi Flick's plans. Betis, in its search to strengthen its defense, could find in Barça an option to complete its squad, which would benefit both parties.