Barcelona's 2026 transfer plans have taken a hit as a big money signing they were targeting has transferred to Manchester United.

Manchester United’s capture of Benjamin Sesko has been painful for Barcelona.Despite missing out on European football, United have spent north of £200 million during the summer transfer window to

While Barcelona identified Sesko as a long-term transfer target, they were aware he would likely be on the move this summer given the concrete interest from numerous Premier League clubs. Sesko is Manchester United’s third summer addition following Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, who were signed from Wolves and Brentford respectively.