FC Barcelona has successfully finalized the registration of its latest acquisitions, Gabriel Jesus and Dominik Livakovic, with La Liga. This pivotal administrative action concludes the club's summer transfer activities, enabling coach Hansi Flick to utilize all newly signed senior players in official competitions. The successful registration of these two athletes signifies the culmination of a transfer period where the club adeptly managed financial fair play guidelines, albeit with fewer constraints than observed in prior seasons. Both players are now fully integrated and ready to contribute to the team's ambitions for the forthcoming season.
Gabriel Jesus, acquired from Arsenal for approximately €10 million plus variables, will proudly don the No. 9 jersey, a number previously worn by Robert Lewandowski. Meanwhile, Dominik Livakovic, who joined from Fenerbahçe for €2 million plus an additional €500,000 in variables, has been assigned the No. 25 shirt and is committed to the club until 2030. Their formal admission into the league's roster resolves earlier uncertainties regarding their eligibility. Prior to this, despite completing their transfers, both players were unable to participate in official matches for Barcelona due to registration delays. This resolution means Jesus can now contend for a starting position as a forward, and Livakovic provides an official option in goal for Flick.
Livakovic's situation, in particular, had been under considerable scrutiny due to the complexities of his registration. There were even discussions about potentially loaning him to Dinamo Zagreb if Barcelona failed to secure his spot. However, with the successful completion of his registration, this scenario has been averted, ensuring the Croatian goalkeeper remains a vital part of the Barcelona squad and is available for selection. This smooth finalization underscores Barcelona's operational efficiency in resolving complex player registration matters.
With the registration of Jesus and Livakovic, Barcelona has officially completed all the necessary La Liga paperwork for every first-team player signed during this transfer window. Earlier in the summer, players such as Rodri, Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, and Joao Cancelo were successfully registered, leaving Jesus and Livakovic as the final two cases to be settled. It's important to note that Jesse Bisiwu’s situation is distinct, as his affiliation is with the reserve team and falls under a different registration protocol. This comprehensive process ensures that Barcelona begins the season with a fully sanctioned and prepared squad.
