FC Barcelona has officially confirmed the signing of Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic from Fenerbahçe SK. The deal secures Livakovic on a four-season contract, lasting until June 30, 2030. Livakovic is well-regarded for his international experience, having featured in two European Championships and three World Cups with Croatia, where he earned a silver medal in 2018 and a bronze in 2022. His previous club career includes significant time at Dinamo Zagreb and Fenerbahce, with a recent unproductive loan to Girona where he made no appearances.

The announcement was made through official club statements distributed to the press and posted on FC Barcelona’s website. Livakovic’s journey began in Croatia with NK Zagreb before moving to Dinamo Zagreb, where he spent seven seasons honing his skills. His move to Fenerbahce was followed by the brief Girona loan, though he is better known for his performances on the international stage, representing Croatia since his debut in 2017.

Livakovic’s arrival adds competition for the goalkeeper position, particularly with Joan Garcia, currently the starting choice, and Wojciech Szczesny, who holds a contract until 2027 and serves as Garcia’s backup. The future role for Livakovic within coach Hansi Flick’s squad remains undecided; it might involve a loan move to maintain match sharpness before joining the main squad permanently in the 2027/2028 season. This strategy aligns with the club's rotation and development plans following Marc-André ter Stegen’s departure on loan to Ajax.

Ahead of their La Liga home debut against Athletic Club, Joan Garcia is set to start in goal with Szczesny on the bench, reaffirming the current pecking order. Meanwhile, Livakovic is seen as an investment for the longer term, expected to bring high-level international experience to the squad once fully integrated. Barcelona’s transfer approach reflects a mix of short-term squad depth and future planning in goalkeeping options.