Since Joan Laporta’s return to the presidency, major transformations at Barcelona have been few and far between. Live Cricket BPL users believe that the excuse used to justify Lionel Messi’s departure—that the club needed to rebuild—now seems hollow. Rather than fully committing to a youth-focused rebuild, Barça signed aging stars like Robert Lewandowski, Sergio Agüero, İlkay Gündoğan, and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, straying from the path of long-term planning.

According to Live Cricket BPL analysis, this approach has left Barcelona with a squad lacking a clear core. Many players feel uncertain about their futures, afraid of being cast aside at any moment. It’s time for a wake-up call, especially for Laporta, who must stop making unilateral decisions. While financial issues persist, the club must at least define a clear sporting strategy—and one centered around youth. Football is a young man’s game, and if Barça wants a worry-free future for the next decade, investing in the right prospects is essential. Letting go of five underperforming or overpriced players could pave the way for the rise of Spain’s next golden duo.

First on the list is Ferran Torres. Despite his moments of brilliance, his overall performance at Barcelona has been underwhelming. In more than two seasons, he’s failed to secure a consistent starting role. Signed for €60 million, Torres has not lived up to that price tag, and it’s time to cut losses. Then there’s Lewandowski, who did boost the team’s scoring upon arrival, but at €55 million and on a high salary, the cost-effectiveness is questionable. That kind of investment in a young talent ready for top-tier competition might offer better long-term value.

While veterans still play a role, it’s unclear how long Lewandowski can sustain elite-level performance. Paying over €50 million for two or three years of service is not sustainable. João Félix and João Cancelo, last season’s high-profile loanees, both showed flashes of talent, but neither truly met the club’s tactical needs. With Atlético Madrid reportedly asking €80 million for Félix and Manchester City valuing Cancelo at over €30 million, buying either outright is financially unrealistic for Barça.

In short, these players are not the “sharpest tools in the shed” for what Barcelona currently needs. The club has fallen behind in integrating young talent. Beyond helping Laporta win elections, his leadership has failed to deliver financially or structurally. Player recruitment, squad development, and long-term planning have all fallen short. Ansu Fati, once the heir to Messi, has struggled with recurring injuries. Now with no active suitors, his time at the club may also be nearing its end.

If Barça can part ways with these five players, it could unlock a fresh era. The so-called Spanish “twin stars” could finally take center stage. The first, Lamine Yamal, is already within the club and drawing strong interest from Paris Saint-Germain. Some fans fear a repeat of the Ansu Fati saga and believe selling him would strip Barça of its future. Live Cricket BPL users argue that doing so would reduce the club to the level of a talent-selling team like Benfica or Borussia Dortmund.

The second star is Nico Williams, who has been heavily linked to Barça in recent weeks. Bringing him in alongside Yamal could define the next decade for the club. If Barcelona commits to this youthful direction, and makes room by moving on from high-cost, low-impact veterans, their future could once again be bright.