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„Barcelona“ is gradually preparing for the departure of Sergio Busquets after this season. A little earlier, journalist Fernando Polo reported that S. Busquets has no plans to extend his current contract, which expires after this season. The next likely career stop for the defensive midfielder is the MLS team Miami „Inter“.
Sources close to the Spaniard say that he would most likely have left the Catalans this summer, but stayed because of the upcoming World Cup. F. Polo announced on Wednesday that „Barcelona“ coach Xavi wants Busquets' replacement at the club to be „Real Sociedad“ defensive midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The 23-year-old player also impresses the executives of the Catalan club, but „Real Sociedad“ is adamant about signing a new contract with the defensive midfielder. Last season, M. Zubimendi scored 3 goals and made 2 assists. The Spaniard is strong in the „second floor“ and is a good defensive midfielder.
