Newly-promoted La Liga club make strong deadline-day push to sign Barcelona outcast

As the summer transfer window approaches its conclusion, a newly-promoted La Liga club is making a last-ditch effort to sign Barcelona's outcast midfielder Marc Casado. FC Barcelona is working diligently to finalize a few last-minute moves, including releasing the 24-year-old academy graduate. The Catalan club has been tracking several potential destinations for the midfielder, who has been evaluating offers from various interested parties.

Deportivo La Coruna has emerged as a strong contender, putting forward a compelling proposal to sign Casado on loan. This announcement came at the eleventh hour, with the midfielder reportedly considering the option seriously. Deportivo's approach aligns with Casado's desire to remain in Spain and play in La Liga, preferably with a team assembling a competitive squad. The Galician club is currently rebuilding after returning to the top flight, and their ambitious project may prove attractive to the talented midfielder.

Casado's options are narrow, with Turkey and Bayer Leverkusen being the other prominent clubs eyeing the player. However, a move to Deportivo would allow him to remain under contract with Barcelona while providing him with regular playing time and the opportunity to continue his development. The next few hours will determine whether Casado opts for the loan deal with Deportivo or explores other avenues.