Barcelona set to seal signing of French starlet Lucien Agoumé
Lucien Agoumé is set to join Barcelona in the summer
After monitoring the progress of Lucien Agoumé for some time, Barcelona have finally made the move for the Sochaux youngster. The 16-year old midfielder is among the biggest talents in France, and has already made his first-team debut, breaking the record for youngest player.
After playing for Sochaux II, he was called up to the first-team squad by head coach José Manuel Aira, who gave him his debut in the 2-1 victory over Troyes in Ligue 11. Subsequently, Agoumé has made 5 appearances in all competitions.
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The youngster is also very versatile, capable of playing in all roles in midfield. He has occupied the holding role, the playmaker role and the attacking midfielder role. Agoumé also has international experience under his belt, making 7 appearances for France’s youth teams, scoring twice.
Agoumé does not have a professional contract at Sochaux. He has received many offers to renew his deal, but has rejected all of them in favour of negotiations with Barça. The move will be a free transfer, with Barça paying a nominal development fee to the Ligue 1 club.
Talks are at an advanced stage, and the club are very close to confirming the latest capture for Barcelona B. Unlike other players of his age, Agoumé could jump into action with Barça B, unlike the Juvenil A side consisting of La Masia players among other youth talents.
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Agoumé would join after the beginning of the summer transfer window. Other clubs, most notably Inter Milan, are also interested in the French starlet. But Barça are the clear frontrunners to secure his signature, and a deal is imminent.