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Barcelona Complete Dominik Livaković Signing from Fenerbahçe
The Croatia international goalkeeper has joined the Blaugrana on a permanent transfer after a whirlwind spell across Turkey, Spain and Croatia.
Barcelona have moved to bolster their goalkeeping ranks by completing the signing of Dominik Livaković from Fenerbahçe on a permanent transfer. The Croatia international arrives at the Camp Nou having navigated a busy few months that included loan spells in La Liga and the Süper Lig, and he will now compete for the number one jersey in Spain.
At a glance
- 31-year-old goalkeeper, Croatia international, joining from Fenerbahçe to Barcelona on 26 August 2026 as a permanent Transfer.
- Season-long loan history across Girona and Fenerbahçe in 2025–26, plus a January loan to Dinamo Zagreb.
- Recent competitive data shows 21 appearances, 1,740 minutes, 35 saves and a 7.13 rating across all competitions.
Career context
Livaković's route to Barcelona has been anything but linear. The goalkeeper began his senior career in Croatia, progressing through the domestic ranks before a €6.7 million move to Fenerbahçe in August 2023. That deal, recorded as a permanent transfer from Dinamo Zagreb II, anchored his place among the Süper Lig's elite and yielded two second-place finishes in both the league and the Turkish Super Cup during the 2023–24 and 2024–25 seasons.
The 2025–26 campaign, however, saw Livaković's registration become one of the most traded in European football. He began the season on loan at Girona in La Liga, returned to Fenerbahçe in January, and then moved on loan to Dinamo Zagreb before ultimately rejoining Fenerbahçe on a permanent basis ahead of the summer window. Each move was punctuated by brief injury layoffs — most recently a muscle issue that kept him sidelined from 2 July until 9 August 2026.
His trophy cabinet tells the story of a winner: multiple HNL titles, Croatian Cups, and a World Cup runners' medal with Croatia in 2018. The experience of competing in Turkey's high-intensity environment, Spain's possession-heavy La Liga, and Croatia's tactical discipline has shaped a goalkeeper comfortable with varying defensive shapes.
How he fits at his new club
Barcelona's goalkeeping situation has been in flux, and Livaković's arrival adds a different profile to the mix. Standing 188 cm and weighing 79 kg, he brings a commanding physical presence between the posts. His positional data from the 2025–26 season shows a pass accuracy of 79% in Fenerbahçe's Süper Lig outing and 81% across his HNL minutes with Dinamo Zagreb, suggesting comfort playing out from the back — a trait valued by possession-based sides.
In the UEFA Champions League group stage, Livaković recorded a 7.7 rating across 90 minutes with two saves and one goal conceded. That performance, along with a 7.15 rating in the Europa League where he kept a clean sheet over 210 minutes, demonstrates his ability to handle high-stakes, high-pressure environments. His attributes profile lists 45 saves, 61 goals against, and a 93 passing rating, indicating a goalkeeper who is both reactive and distributionally sound.
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At Barcelona, Livaković will be expected to provide competition and stability. His familiarity with La Liga, gained during his Girona loan where he was on the bench for 16 league matches, means he understands the rhythm and tempo of Spanish football. That experience, combined with his track record in Europe's top competitions, positions him as a goalkeeper capable of slotting into a high-line defensive system.
Recent numbers
The API-Football data provides a granular snapshot of Livaković's 2025–26 output:
| Competition | Apps | Minutes | Saves | Rating | Pass Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | 3 | 90 | 2 | 7.70 | N/A |
| Süper Lig | 1 | 90 | 2 | 6.70 | 68% |
| UEFA Europa League | 2 | 210 | 8 | 7.15 | 83% |
| HNL | 14 | 1,260 | 21 | 6.99 | 81% |
| UEFA Champions League | 1 | 90 | 2 | 7.70 | 50% |
Across all competitions, Livaković made 21 appearances, started 19 lineups, and accumulated 1,740 minutes of action. He recorded 35 saves, conceded just 19 goals, and maintained a season rating of 7.13. His passing accuracy of 79% across 554 total passes underscores his reliability in build-up play. Additionally, his attributes profile shows 45 saves and a 93 passing rating, reinforcing his dual strengths in shot-stopping and distribution.
His recent injury history — sidelined from 2 July to 9 August 2026 with an injury and muscle bruise — means he should be fresh and available for the start of Barcelona's pre-season preparations.
Key takeaways
- Experience at the highest level: Livaković has competed in the Süper Lig, La Liga, HNL, and Europe's premier club competitions, giving him a rare breadth of experience.
- Proven shot-stopper: With 45 saves in his attributes profile and 35 saves in his season stats, he demonstrates consistent reflexes and positioning.
- Distributionally sound: A 93 passing rating and 79% pass accuracy across 554 passes indicate he can play effectively in a possession-based system.
- Winning mentality: Multiple league titles, cups, and a World Cup runners' medal reflect a player accustomed to success.
- Immediate availability: Cleared from his recent injury, Livaković is ready to integrate into Barcelona's squad ahead of the new season.
| Metric | Livaković (2025–26) | League Context |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 21 | Across 5 competitions |
| Minutes | 1,740 | 19 starts, 2 sub-ins |
| Saves | 35 | 7.13 average rating |
| Goals Conceded | 19 | 0.99 per 90 minutes |
| Pass Accuracy | 79% | 554 total passes |
Livaković's journey — from Dinamo Zagreb to Fenerbahçe, through Girona and back — has been a masterclass in adaptability. Now, at 31, he arrives at Barcelona with everything to prove and a wealth of experience to offer.