Don't think Herrera is what Barcelona needs at this point. He is both a little old and not good enough. I mean how much better than Rakitic is he? Not much if any better at all. Would rather give more chances to Alena if we don't sign someone who is a clear upgrade on Rakitic.
I do want someone who is world class or might become world class in the next seasons and is reasonably young. Why not go for Weigl? Not exactly the same position as Herrera, i know, but he could play in a double pivot with Busi and give him enough rest over the year in a 4 3 3 setting while eventually taking his place down the road. Still just a suggestion, not that we should definitely go for him. Would still be a better signing.
Why go for someone who doesn't have much room for improvement and is arguable that he is an upgrade as it is? Doesn't make sense. Wouldn't be surprised if it's the newspaper's laziness as per usual though. Find someone who once played under the new manager and then link him with the club. The level of these journos is that fecking shit.
Edit: plus he's a cunt of the highest order giving Alba a run for his money. He's also a loose canon sometimes. Can't predict when he goes all in and tries to brake a few bones. Yeah, do not want.