This moves makes sense only if we are getting at a discount.
Giving that Barcelona are having a lot of problems right now because of the virus, I gather they would want to sell to raise some cash.
If this is true is because we are pouncing on an opportunity to buy at a good discount.
We need to be aware that because of the virus, a lot of clubs will want to sell to raise some cash. And the one who is able to pay up front will benefit greatly.