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Barcelona is currently enjoying a strong run of results, particularly after reclaiming the top spot in La Liga, edging past Real Madrid on goal difference.
According to the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, one Barcelona player has voiced his deep frustration with his current situation, leading him to seriously consider his future and almost certainly decide to leave the club at the end of the season.
The player in question is Iñaki Peña, who is reportedly upset after losing his position as the team’s starting goalkeeper. Following Marc-André ter Stegen’s serious knee injury, Peña had a golden opportunity to prove himself and improve upon his performances from the previous season under Xavi Hernández. However, after arriving late to a meeting ahead of the Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Athletic Bilbao, he was dropped from the starting lineup and subsequently fell out of favor with the coach.
Hansi Flick, displeased with Peña’s actions, decided to bench him. Meanwhile, Wojciech Szczesny has impressed the German coach with his performances, displaying great experience and maintaining an unbeaten record during his time in goal. Given these results, Flick is unwilling to make changes, and the Polish goalkeeper is expected to remain Barcelona’s first choice until the end of the season.
Peña now understands that his chances of regaining a starting role at Barcelona are slim, especially under Flick, and he is likely to remain a secondary option. As a result, discussions with Joan Laporta and Deco over a contract renewal—his current deal runs until June 2026—have stalled, increasing the likelihood of a transfer in the summer window.
The goalkeeper believes he deserved to maintain his starting position, but the circumstances make it nearly impossible. His situation will become even more challenging once Ter Stegen returns or if the club signs a new goalkeeper.
Several clubs have already taken notice of Peña’s situation and are reportedly preparing to make a move for him.
