Barcelona are planning to signal a left-sided central defender subsequent summer time, as they search to interchange the already-departed Inigo Martinez. A variety of targets have been lined up over latest months, and one in every of them may arrive from the Premier League.
At the beginning of the season, it was reported that Barcelona had been conserving tabs on Nottingham Forest’s Murillo, and as per Pete O’Rourke (through ), they continue to be within the 23-year-old Brazil worldwide. Nevertheless, they – alongside the likes of Chelsea – have been quoted £70-80m (€80-90m).
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“Perhaps in the summertime it stays to be seen if Murillo would possibly push for a transfer away searching for taking part in on the highest stage. Enjoying Champions League soccer as nicely, however he isn’t going to return low-cost. Let’s not get away with that both. I don’t suppose Forest would let a participant like Murillo go away for something lower than £70-80million as nicely and there’s no likelihood he leaves within the January window.
“I’m certain these golf equipment which are within the likes of Chelsea are conscious of that. Barcelona have additionally been credited with an curiosity within the Brazilian, and they’ll proceed to maintain tabs on them and possibly re-evaluate in the summertime.”
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Barcelona have to return to 1:1 earlier than subsequent summer time
Murillo can be a super signing for Barcelona, in that he’s confirmed in a significant European league, whereas he’s additionally solely 23. Nevertheless, €80-90m is just not inexpensive, particularly when contemplating they may also want to usher in a brand new striker when Robert Lewandowski leaves (which is anticipated).
Moreover, huge cash will solely be capable to be spent on new signings as soon as they return to La Liga’s 1:1 rule. Being again on the Spotify Camp Nou ought to assist with this, however extra efforts are wanted from membership officers.
