In a bid to recuperate from a financially disappointing season, FC Barcelona's planned friendly match in Korea hangs by a thread due to a scheduling conflict. Following a knockout from the Champions League by Paris Saint Germain, the Catalan giants missed out not only on the lucrative progression revenues but also on the potential €50 million windfall from FIFA's World Cup Clubs set for this summer in the USA.

Economic Setback and Recovery Efforts

Barcelona's strategy to offset this economic blow included increasing sponsorship deals and organizing friendly matches. A post-season friendly in Korea was intended to fill the gap between the end of LaLiga and the Champions League final. However, the proposed date of May 26 clashes with FC Seoul's league commitments, as the team is scheduled to play on May 28 and 31.

The Dilemma of International Commitments

To compound the issue, June is when national teams begin preparations for the Eurocup in Germany, meaning Barcelona could be deprived of its star players for the friendly, who would be joining their respective national squads. Spain's national team, for instance, has fixtures on June 5 and 8, which could further devalue the friendly encounter if Barcelona's key figures are absent.

Searching for Solutions

As negotiations continue, the possibility of pushing the friendly to early June remains; however, this would necessitate a delicate balancing act with the players' international obligations. The club's financial recovery is at stake, and the outcome of these scheduling challenges will be closely watched by fans and stakeholders alike.