Barcelona are in advanced negotiations to play a lucrative friendly match in Peru this December, as the Spanish giants look to secure a major financial boost amid ongoing efforts to stabilize the club’s economy.
According to reports from Catalan media outlets, the proposed match would see Barcelona travel to Lima during the winter break, with a financial package estimated between €7 million and €8 million — a figure described by club insiders as “very hard to refuse.”
President Joan Laporta has reportedly briefed first-team coach Hansi Flick, sporting director Deco, and team captain Sergi Roberto about the offer, outlining the club’s intention to accept it pending final logistical arrangements.
Sources close to the negotiations indicate that the friendly would be organized as part of a commercial partnership aimed at expanding Barcelona’s global brand presence across Latin America, where the club already enjoys a massive fan following. The visit would mark Barcelona’s first appearance in Peru in over a decade.
While the potential financial gain is considerable, the club’s sporting department is also assessing the timing of the match, given its proximity to a demanding La Liga and Champions League schedule. Coach Hansi Flick, who only recently took charge of the team, is said to be evaluating the physical impact on players, particularly those involved in international duty.
For Barcelona, the financial incentive remains a major draw. The Catalan club continues to navigate through strict financial fair play restrictions imposed by La Liga following years of economic strain. Friendly matches of this nature have become an important revenue stream, helping cover operational costs and supporting squad planning ahead of the 2025 season.
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If confirmed, the Peru friendly will be part of a growing trend among European clubs arranging high-profile exhibition matches in South America and Asia during the mid-season break — a strategy combining fan engagement, sponsorship expansion, and much-needed revenue.
An official announcement from FC Barcelona is expected once all details are finalized. The club remains confident the deal will be completed within the coming weeks.