Barcelona hopes to acquire a new striker next summer, since Robert Lewandowski is expected to leave at the end of his contract. A number of prospects have been identified in recent months, including Levante’s Karl Etta Eyong, who is getting traction within Can Barça.
Etta Eyong has had a tremendous start to the season, with five goals and three assists in eight La Liga matches. Barcelona had him on their radar when he joined Levante from Villarreal in the last days of the summer transfer window, but they have since increased their interest, and there is speculation that the 21-year-old would welcome a move to Catalonia.
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Etta Eyong joined Levante for a low cost, but as part of the deal, Villarreal acquired favorable sell-on conditions. As it turns out, Barcelona may benefit from these developments. According to Cadena SER, Can Barça believes the Cameroonian might sign next summer for as cheap as €15 million.
According to the source, the agreement between Levante and Villarreal includes a vital clause: if a club offers €15 million or more, the Valencians must either accept the offer or pay the Yellow Submarine the profit from the sale. In this regard, Barcelona is anticipated to obtain its man for that amount rather than paying his €30 million release clause.
Barcelona is yet to pick their favorite striker target.
Barcelona will need a new striker if Lewandowski leaves next summer, but sporting director Deco’s recent comments suggest that one may not appear, even if the Pole leaves. However, it would make sense to bring in someone like Etta Eyong in this instance, especially since €15 million is fairly reasonable. However, no decision has been taken on who will be prioritised as a target.
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