A recent report from Mundo Deportivo has offered an update on Barcelona’s position in the transfer market. It appears the Catalans are looking to sign a new right-back and a new midfielder and they have no shortage of options, it seems.
As per the report, there are many players who have offered Barcelona the opportunity to sign them up on free transfers, knowing the club are on the lookout for new players.
Diogo Dalot, who presently plays for Manchester United, is one such player.
Will Barcelona Sign Dalot?
The Portuguese international has had a brilliant start to the campaign, emerging as one of the Red Devils’ most reliable players.
Dalot is a compelling choice for Xavi due to his offensive prowess, quickness, and technical skills.
Right-backs have proven to be a challenge for the Barcelona coach this year, particularly with Hector Bellerin’s injury history since joining the team on deadline day.
While Ronald Araujo is out due to surgery, Sergi Roberto’s performances have been anything than convincing.
This has made finding a replacement right-back even more necessary, and Dalot has emerged as one of the contenders.
The 23-year-old is enjoying a fine season at Old Trafford and has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona due to his profile as well as his contract situation, given that his deal expires in 2023.
However, luring Dalot away from Manchester United could prove to be a difficult task, despite the player’s agent, Jorge Mendes, giving the club the opportunity to sign him on a free transfer.
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This is due to the one-year contract extension clause in Dalot’s Manchester United deal. If they are unable to persuade the defender to agree to a long-term deal at Old Trafford, the Premier League powerhouses are anticipated to use the option.
Barcelona might be forced to pay for Dalot if his contract is extended until 2024, which would not be possible for a team that is also going through an economic crisis.
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